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West Chester University of Pennsylvania

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$22,973Avg. Net Price
75%Grad Rate
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania Stats

Enrollment Deposit
Student Population
Admissions
Location
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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 17,275 students, with 14,392 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 2,883 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

17,275


Total Undergraduates

14,392

Total Graduates

2,883


Full-Time vs Part-Time

79% Full-Time

21% Part-Time

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Admissions

The admission process at West Chester University of Pennsylvania has a 88% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $45. West Chester University of Pennsylvania has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1160 and the average ACT score is 25.


Acceptance Rate

88%


Application Fee

$45

How Do I Apply to West Chester University of Pennsylvania?

You can apply to West Chester University of Pennsylvania by going to the official application page and paying the $45 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

23%

Total Score

400

1600

10801260

Reading and Writing

200

800

550640

Math

200

800

530620

ACT

Students submitting ACT

1%

Composite Score

0

36

2330

English

0

36

2230

Math

0

36

2127

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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, None values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

20 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


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 $22,973 with 53% of students receiving financial assistance including 27% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$22,973


Received Aid

53%


Pell Recipients

27%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $10,687

Out-of-State: $22,511

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Demographics

The West Chester University of Pennsylvania student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 88% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
5,858 (41%)
Women
8,534 (59%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
319 (2%)
18-19
5,215 (36%)
20-21
5,523 (38%)
22-24
2,133 (15%)
Over 25
1,201 (8%)

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Outcomes

West Chester University of Pennsylvania prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 75% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

75%

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