Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. graduation rate is below 25% — most students don't finish here. solid earnings of $57,200 within 10 years.
About This School
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York is a public institution located in York, Pennsylvania with approximately 668 undergraduate students enrolled. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 97%. The average net price after financial aid is $19,047 per year. The graduation rate is 16%, and the typical graduate earns $57,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Penn State York is a commonwealth campus of Pennsylvania State University located in York County, PA in Spring Garden Township. In May 2025 Penn State officials announced it would close after the Spring 2027 semester, citing low enrollment and financial losses.
This campus is best suited for a student in the York area who wants the Penn State name at a commuter-friendly price — but I have to be honest with you: the data here raises serious red flags, and there's a larger concern that changes everything. Penn State announced in May 2025 that this campus will close after Spring 2027, which means if your student enrolls now, they will need to transfer before finishing their degree. Even setting that aside, the 16% graduation rate signals that most students who start here don't finish here, and while the $57,200 median earnings for graduates are reasonable, that outcome isn't guaranteed when so few complete the degree. The $19,047 average net price and $25,000 median debt are manageable numbers in isolation, but they don't matter much if the campus won't exist long enough to get your student across the finish line. My honest recommendation: look at Penn State Harrisburg or York College of Pennsylvania instead — both serve a similar student in the same region with far more stability and better completion track records.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
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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.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% 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 (668 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York
1031 Edgecomb Avenue
York, PA 17403-3326
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York has an acceptance rate of 97%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York hard to get into?
Not especially. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York has an acceptance rate of 97%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York cost?
The average net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York is about $19,047 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York has a graduation rate of 16%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
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.
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