Race & Ethnicity
Pennsylvania State University has a diverse student body with 26% students of color and 9% 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 offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Pennsylvania State University has a gender distribution of 46% female students and 54% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
44% of total enrollment
39% of total enrollment
0% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Pennsylvania State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 84% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 2% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
84%
Traditional Age (18-21)
2%
Non-Traditional (25+)
17%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Pennsylvania State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 9% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 52% in-state residents, 39% out-of-state students, and 9% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
52% of student body
39% of student body
9% of student body
States Represented
48 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
26%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
46%
Female Students
Global Reach
9%
International
Age Diversity
2%
Non-Traditional Age