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West Chester University of Pennsylvania

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$21,684Avg. Net Price
73%Grad Rate
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
About
Cost
Demographics
Outcomes

Enrollment Deposit

How much is WCU's enrollment deposit?

West Chester University of Pennsylvania requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

14.30%

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is in the top 14.30% of colleges in the state of Pennsylvania for deposit cost. 5.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

44.00%

West Chester University of Pennsylvania is in the top 44.00% of Public, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 37.66% of public colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

West Chester University of Pennsylvania educates a diverse community of 19,021 students, with 15,623 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 3,398 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

19,021


Total Undergraduates

15,623

Total Graduates

3,398


Full-Time vs Part-Time

81% Full-Time

19% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at West Chester University of Pennsylvania has a 79% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $45. West Chester University of Pennsylvania has test required that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1180 and the average ACT score is 24.


Acceptance Rate

79%


Application Fee

$45


SAT

Students submitting SAT

16%

Total Score

400

1600

11001270

Reading and Writing

200

800

560640

Math

200

800

540630

ACT

Students submitting ACT

1%

Composite Score

0

36

2428

English

0

36

2228

Math

0

36

2328

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Location

Located in West Chester, PA, West Chester University of Pennsylvania offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

West Chester


County

Chester County


State

Pennsylvania


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

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About

West Chester University of Pennsylvania features a student-focused approach with a 20 : 1 student-faculty ratio, False values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

20 : 1


Religious Affiliation

False


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Public, 4-year or above


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Cost

West Chester University of Pennsylvania makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $21,684 with 88% of students receiving financial assistance including 24% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$21,684


Received Aid

88%


Pell Recipients

24%


Tuition

$3,858 In-State

$3,858 Out-of-State

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Demographics

The West Chester University of Pennsylvania student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 87% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
6,449 (41%)
Women
9,174 (59%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
225 (2%)
18-19
5,702 (40%)
20-21
5,403 (38%)
22-24
2,007 (14%)
Over 25
1,007 (7%)

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Outcomes

West Chester University of Pennsylvania prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 73% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

73%

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