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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
La Plume, PA

Keystone College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$17,850

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

79.6%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

42.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$44,976

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Keystone College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in La Plume, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $17,850, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 42.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing460 – 570
20025th–75th percentile800
Math450 – 560
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$71,400

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$14,976

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$78,360

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$228,120

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 42%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Keystone College is $26,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
50.1%
49.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
67.0%
Black
14.7%
Hispanic
7.8%
Unknown
4.6%
Two or more
3.2%
International
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.9%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$17,850

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$21,257
$30k - $48k$21,196
$48k - $75k$22,731
$75k+$22,623

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,000
Pell Grant Recipients44.8%
Using Federal Loans88.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment55.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

61.4%

Success

42.1%

In-State Cost

$17,850

Age 25+ Students

24.9%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

581 students

Local City Insights

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