- Penn State Shenango�s mission, consistent with that of the University of which it is part, is to provide a balanced portfolio of academic offerings; to establish a strong and diverse enrollment in a campus climate where dignity and respect for others, as enunciated in the Penn State Principles, are practiced by all; to create an attractive, technologically flexible, safe, and comfortable environment for teaching and learning; to offer an array of student-appropriate co-curricular activities; to exploit new models of academic program delivery; to strengthen ties to other units of the University; to spearhead economic development and technology transfer in this region; in short, to promote the benefits of a Penn State education.
School Highlights
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango serves 348 students (55% 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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 348 students
- In-state tuition: $13,332
- Out-state tuition: $19,888
- Acceptance Rate: 76%
- Student:teacher ratio: 10:1
- Minority enrollment: 41%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango
(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
Year Founded
1965
Total Faculty
36 staff
59 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango has declined by 16% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango diversity score of 0.59 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 21% over five years.
Total Enrollment
348 students
461 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
192 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
156 students
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
348 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
192 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
156 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
3%
11%
% Black
10%
15%
% White
59%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
5%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
21%
10%
Diversity Score
0.59
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)
23%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$54,300
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $13,332 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 $19,888 is more than the state average of $15,818. The out-state tuition has declined by 8% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$13,332
$11,723
Out-State Tuition Fees
$19,888
$15,818
Tuition Notes
$538 per credit for Pennsylvania residents, $976 for non-Pennsylvania residents.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,260
Acceptance Rate
76%
78%
SAT Total Avg.
1,270
1,365
SAT Reading
430
460
SAT Math
445
470
SAT Writing
395
435
ACT Total Avg.
71
68
ACT Composite
21
20
ACT English
21
20
ACT Math
22
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 Shenango cost?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango's tuition is approximately $13,332 for In-State students and $19,888 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango?
The acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango is 76%, which is lower than the state average of 78%.
What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango's ranking?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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