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Juniata College

  • 7/10 Overall Rating
  • 4 Year
  • Huntingdon, PA
  • 5.0 2 reviews
#24 Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Overview

Total enrollment

1,321
Juniata College overview
Juniata College overview
  • Size Small
  • Status Non-profit
  • Housing Yes
  • Level of Study Undergrad

Situated in the Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania, Juniata College occupies a 110-acre main campus in the borough of Huntingdon, approximately 130 miles east of Pittsburgh. Founded in 1876 by members of the Church of the Brethren, this private liberal arts college maintains its historic stone buildings and modern facilities within a residential campus setting. The college is known for its distinctive Program of Emphasis system, which allows students to design their own course of study, and has established strong reputations in pre-medical sciences, peace studies, and business entrepreneurship. Juniata's academic structure emphasizes undergraduate research and experiential learning, with nearly all students living on campus in traditional residence halls or theme houses. The college competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Eagles, participating in the Landmark Conference.

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Ratings

Juniata College is rated within the top 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10.

  • Overall Rating
    7 out of 10
  • Academics
    8 out of 10
  • Resources
    8 out of 10
  • Outcomes
    6 out of 10
  • Value
    9 out of 10
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Rankings

Rankings for Juniata College within the 2027 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.

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Admissions

Admission Standards

Difficult
Juniata College admission standards
  • SAT (enrolled mid-50) 1130/1320
  • ACT (enrolled mid-50) 22/30
  • GPA 3.81

Acceptance Rate

78.9%
Juniata College applications overview
  • Applications Due Mar 15, 2027
  • Enrollment Rate 16.7%
  • Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$58,580
Costs for Juniata College
Fee Cost
Tuition $58,580
Books and Supplies $1,000
Other Fees $1,080
Room and Board $14,100
Budget for Other Expenses $1,250
Total One Year Cost $76,010
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Student Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$53,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

76% within 6 years
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Popular Areas of Study

Popular majors at Juniata College are Business, Biology, and Psychology. 21% of students major in Business, 14% in Biology, and 8% in Psychology.

  • Business 21%
  • Biology 14%
  • Psychology 8%
  • Social Sciences 7%
  • Education 7%
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Last updated: August 2026