C+
Above Average
Score: 59/100

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

4-Year Public
📍 Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania 16057
Outcomes
B+
77/100
Affordability
C
46/100
Resources
C
50/100
Experience
B+
81/100
Prestige
C
43/100

Quick Stats

8,350
Total Enrollment
66%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
20.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
75%
Acceptance Rate
$18,407
Avg Net Price
🏠 Housing Market Near Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

2% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 167 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value
$253,013
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,017
1-Year Change
+0.6%
For parents & investors

The Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $253,013
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,017/mo — vs ~$779/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 16101 (6.0% cap, New Castle)

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🏆 Where Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
of 17 schools
#18
Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General
of 26 schools
#19
Reading Teacher Education
of 59 schools
#20
Health and Wellness, General
of 53 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $7,716 $11,574
Room $7,014
Board $3,570
Total Cost (On-Campus) $26,035 $30,143

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
29%
Receive Pell Grants
70%
Take Out Loans
$18,407
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$12,762
$30,001 - $48,000$13,805
$48,001 - $75,000$18,007
$75,001 - $110,000$22,001
$110,001+$23,422

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Special Education and Teaching, General 213 grads/yr Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician 128 grads/yr Health and Wellness, General 124 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 117 grads/yr Psychology, General 80 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 77 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 74 grads/yr Communication, General 69 grads/yr History, General 69 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 64 grads/yr Public Health, General 60 grads/yr Social Work 54 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 54 grads/yr Finance, General 53 grads/yr Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management, General 52 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 50 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 49 grads/yr Computer and Information Sciences, General 49 grads/yr Reading Teacher Education 48 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 46 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's top programs commonly pursue.

Special education teachers, secondary school
$70k/yr 164,200 jobs
Special education teachers, all other
$67k/yr 41,000 jobs
Special education teachers, middle school
$65k/yr 94,800 jobs
Special education teachers, preschool
$62k/yr 29,300 jobs
Occupational health and safety specialists
$84k/yr 131,900 jobs
Health education specialists
$63k/yr 71,800 jobs
Community health workers
$51k/yr 65,099 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

8,350
Total Students
59%
Women
94%
Traditional Age (18-24)
2%
Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 84%
Hispanic 3%
Black 4%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 91%
Off-Campus (Renters) 2%
With Family 7%
🏘️ Rental Demand: ~167 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 52%
Hybrid (Some Online) 33%
Fully Online 15%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 94%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of 75%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
Tuition at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is $7,716 for in-state students and $11,574 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $18,407.
What is the graduation rate at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
The graduation rate at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is 66%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania a good school?
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania has a Repit College Score of 59/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania has a total enrollment of 8,350 students. Most students (94%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
Is there rental demand near Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
Yes! Approximately 2% of students at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 167 students who need rental housing near campus.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology