- Penn State Mont Alto provides the best of two worlds. We are an intimate, nurturing college campus with access to the resources and benefits provided by a Big Ten university. We are Penn State, and because of that, we can provide students with access to leading faculty, a variety of majors and degree options, 24 campuses across the commonwealth, sports, concerts, and cultural events, one of the largest alumni associations in the nation, and most importantly, a Penn State degree. We are also Mont Alto, an intimate, nurturing college campus that allows students to have individual access to their professors, a student success center with tutors and resources to help you succeed, the opportunity to join and lead student clubs and organizations during your first year in college, the chance to extend your athletic career by participating in varsity sports on campus, and much more. Penn State Mont Alto can provide you access to a Big Ten university on a campus that is quaint and comfortable. In the end, you'll be exposed to so many choices and experiences, and you'll earn a Penn State degree, which ultimately provides access to exciting and challenging career opportunities. There's so much to love about Penn State.
School Highlights
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto serves 737 students (80% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 737 students
- In-state tuition: $13,648
- Out-state tuition: $20,334
- Acceptance Rate: 76%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 22%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
72 staff
59 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto has declined by 11% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto diversity score of 0.38 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has declined by 25% over five years.
Total Enrollment
737 students
461 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
586 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
151 students
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
737 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
586 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
151 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
3%
5%
% Hispanic
7%
11%
% Black
4%
15%
% White
78%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
4%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
2%
10%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
27%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$54,300
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $13,648 is more than the state average of $11,723. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $20,334 is more than the state average of $15,818. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$13,648
$11,723
Out-State Tuition Fees
$20,334
$15,818
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
94%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,260
Acceptance Rate
76%
78%
SAT Total Avg.
1,385
1,365
SAT Reading
465
460
SAT Math
470
470
SAT Writing
450
435
ACT Total Avg.
67
68
ACT Composite
20
20
ACT English
20
20
ACT Math
20
21
ACT Writing
7
7
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nittany Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto cost?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto's tuition is approximately $13,648 for In-State students and $20,334 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto?
The acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto is 76%, which is lower than the state average of 78%.
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