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Penn State Greater Allegheny
Penn State Greater Allegheny
MCKEESPORT, PA . 4 Year 3.4
#2697 in Best Colleges in America
4000 UNIVERSITY DR MCKEESPORT, PA 15132

Overview

Penn State Greater Allegheny, located in McKeesport, Pennsylvania, is a vibrant branch of The Pennsylvania State University offering a comprehensive, accessible education. The campus provides a variety of undergraduate degree programs in fields such as business, communications, biology, and criminal justice. Students benefit from a strong liberal arts foundation, combined with opportunities for hands-on learning, internships, and research projects. Penn State Greater Allegheny is known for its supportive environment, small class sizes, and close-knit community, allowing students to form meaningful relationships with faculty and peers. The campus offers flexible learning options, including the ability to start a degree program here and complete it at other Penn State campuses, providing students with access to a world-class education. In addition to academic programs, Penn State Greater Allegheny offers extracurricular activities, student organizations, and community engagement opportunities, helping students grow personally and professionally. Graduates are well-prepared for the workforce or to continue their education at a higher level.


Rankings

  • #148 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania

  • 2697

    #2697 in Best Colleges in America

  • #148 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania

Academics

  • B Academics
  • B+Value
  • ADiversity
  • B Campus
  • C Athletics
  • C+Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • C+Location
  • BDorms
  • B+Campus Food
  • C+Student Life
  • ASafety

Majors

  • Business
    29 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    10 Graduates
  • Information Science
    10 Graduates
  • Psychology
    10 Graduates
  • Biology
    9 Graduates
  • Communications
    7 Graduates
  • Management Sciences and Information Systems
    5 Graduates
  • English
    3 Graduates
  • Corporate Communications
    1 Graduate
  • Counseling Psychology
    1 Graduate

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 87%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $65
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    930-1240
  • ACT Range
    23-27
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $7,775
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    93%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    46%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    417 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    45
  • Undergrads Over 25
    8%
  • Pell Grant
    44%
  • Varsity Athletes
    25%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    9:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    No data available  
  • Athletic Division
    USCAA

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