Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and in-state Pennsylvania residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 6,180 students.
About This School
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a public institution located in Kutztown, Pennsylvania with approximately 6,180 undergraduate students enrolled. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 91%. The average net price after financial aid is $21,331 per year. The graduation rate is 54%, and the typical graduate earns $43,900 within 10 years of enrollment.
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, commonly known as Kutztown University (KU), is a public university in Kutztown, Pennsylvania. It is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) and is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $21,205 average net price is genuinely affordable for a public university, and the $20,000 median debt at graduation is relatively manageable, but a 54% graduation rate means nearly half of students who start don't finish — worth asking why before enrolling. Median earnings of $43,900 a decade out are modest, so this school makes the most sense if you're pursuing a specific program (education and visual arts are standouts) rather than treating it as a general-purpose degree. Worth considering if you're a Pennsylvania resident looking for a low-cost path into a clear career field, but come in with a plan and use the support resources early.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Notable Alumni
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Admissions
SAT Scores
ACT Scores
Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 13% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (6,180 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
15200 Kutztown Rd
Kutztown, PA 19530-0730
Official Links
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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