Overview
Enrollment
| Location | La Plume, Pennsylvania |
| Online | keystone.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Keystone College, established in 1868, is a private, coeducational institution situated in La Plume, Pennsylvania, nestled in the Endless Mountains with a rural campus spanning approximately 270 acres. Located roughly 15 miles northwest of Scranton, the college offers a scenic and tranquil learning environment. Keystone provides an array of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on the natural sciences, social sciences, and education. It operates on a semester-based academic calendar, facilitating an intimate educational setting characterized by small class sizes and personal attention, with an array of online learning opportunities. The college displays a moderately selective admissions process. On-campus living is available, with a variety of housing options to accommodate students. Keystone's architecture combines historic and modern styles, contributing to a distinctive campus aesthetic. While Keystone College does have athletic teams known as the Giants, they are not particularly distinguished for their athletics on a national level.
In the most recent statistical year 1,572 prospective students applied, and 1,268 were granted admission. Of those admitted 199 enrolled in the school. 837 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 294 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $14,950 plus fees of $2,500. Keystone College is ranked 981 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Keystone College is rated within the lower 27% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Keystone College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#981 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#574 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#77 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#59 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#92 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 885/1160 |
| GPA | 3.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $600 |
| Other Fees | $2,500 |
| Room and Board | $11,900 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,550 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Education | 12% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 11% |
| General Studies | 10% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Last updated February 24, 2024