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Public, 4-Year
DuBois, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois

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

Annual Tuition

$14,380

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

92.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

28.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$63,435

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in DuBois, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,380, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 28.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing540 – 625
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 625
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate33.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$57,520

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$33,435

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$276,830

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$611,180

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 28%

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 Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
41.5%
58.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
92.7%
Black
2.9%
Hispanic
1.9%
Two or more
1.3%
Asian
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
Unknown
0.3%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

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

$14,380

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,198
$30k - $48k$12,592
$48k - $75k$16,179
$75k+$22,894

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients25.4%
Using Federal Loans53.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment67.9%

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

78.9%

Success

28.0%

In-State Cost

$14,380

Age 25+ Students

5.1%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

20,724 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
DuBois (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
DuBois (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.