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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Kutztown, Pennsylvania

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Overview

Enrollment

7,455
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania overview
Location Kutztown, Pennsylvania
Online kutztown.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Town Fringe
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania overview
Size Mid-size
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, located in the borough of Kutztown in eastern Pennsylvania, is a public university situated approximately 20 miles northeast of Reading and within a reasonable driving distance of both Philadelphia and Harrisburg. Founded in 1866, Kutztown University features a blend of historical and modern architecture across its pedestrian-friendly campus. The university provides a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with notable emphasis on education, business, and the visual arts. Kutztown University offers on-campus housing options to accommodate its student body. Academically, the institution is characterized by a moderately selective admissions process. While Kutztown fields a variety of athletic teams, known as the Golden Bears, it is particularly recognized for its programs in football and field hockey within the NCAA Division II Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference.

In the most recent statistical year 7,248 prospective students applied, and 6,968 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 1,600 enrolled in the school.  6,233 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,222 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,716 plus fees of $3,514. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is ranked 798 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

6/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

5/10

Outcomes

2/10

Value

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is rated within the lower 40% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Admission Standards

Average
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SAT 1040/1260
GPA 3.31

Applications Accepted

96.1% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $35

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Annual Cost to Attend

Pennsylvania Resident Tuition

$7,716
In State Costs for Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$3,514
Room and Board $12,156
Budget for Other Expenses$4,290
Total One Year Cost$28,876

Out of State Resident Tuition

$11,864
Out of State Costs for Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,200
Other Fees$3,514
Room and Board $12,156
Budget for Other Expenses$4,290
Total One Year Cost$33,024

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$42,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

54% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Kutztown University of Pennsylvania students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 19%
Education 15%
Visual and Performing Arts 11%
Psychology 9%
English and Literature 8%

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Last updated February 24, 2024