Race & Ethnicity
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona has a diverse student body with 22% students of color and 6% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona has a gender distribution of 47% female students and 53% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
53% of total enrollment
47% of total enrollment
2% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 66% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 4% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
66%
Traditional Age (18-21)
4%
Non-Traditional (25+)
0%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 6% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 60% in-state residents, 34% out-of-state students, and 6% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
60% of student body
34% of student body
6% of student body
States Represented
33 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
22%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
47%
Female Students
Global Reach
6%
International
Age Diversity
4%
Non-Traditional Age