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York College of Pennsylvania

York, PA·Private nonprofit·3,187 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 3,187 students.

94%
Accept
3,187
Students
$19,685
Net Price
60%
Grad Rate
$52,200
Earnings
10 yr
$19,500
Debt

About This School

York College of Pennsylvania is a private nonprofit institution located in York, Pennsylvania with approximately 3,187 undergraduate students enrolled. York College of Pennsylvania has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 94%. The average net price after financial aid is $19,685 per year. The graduation rate is 60%, and the typical graduate earns $52,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

York College of Pennsylvania is a private college in Spring Garden Township, Pennsylvania, near the city of York. It offers more than 70 baccalaureate majors in professional programs, the sciences, and humanities to 3,500 full-time undergraduate students. It also offers master's programs in business, public policy, education, and nursing, along with a doctoral program in nursing practice to over 400 postgraduate students.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $19,685 average net price and relatively low median debt of $19,500 make this one of the more affordable private college options, and median earnings of $52,200 a decade out are decent. However, a 60% graduation rate and 77% freshman retention rate suggest a meaningful number of students either leave or don't finish, which is worth asking the school about directly before committing. Worth considering if you're cost-conscious and have a clear program in mind, but come with a plan to stay engaged and on track.

Founded
1787
Setting
Midsize suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions25%
Business & Marketing16%
Engineering10%
Education7%
Biological Sciences5%
Computer Science4%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Psychology3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Glenn Branca

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1135
Reading 75th %ile620
Math 75th %ile610

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite25

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$24,606
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,606
Avg Net Price
$19,685
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants25%
Median debt at graduation$19,500

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
60%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
77%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$40,100
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$52,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.7x

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

White73%
Black8%
Hispanic/Latino10%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (3,187 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

York College of Pennsylvania

441 Country Club Rd

York, PA 17403-3651

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Sources & Methodology

Data

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.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • 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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