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Public, 4-Year
Hazleton, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton

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

Annual Tuition

$15,180

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

91.0%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

16.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$63,435

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Hazleton, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $15,180, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 16.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing540 – 650
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 670
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate35.8%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$60,720

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$33,435

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$273,630

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$607,980

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 17%

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 Hazleton is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
43.1%
56.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
54.7%
Hispanic
21.6%
Black
10.2%
Two or more
5.1%
Asian
3.4%
International
2.4%
Unknown
2.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
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

$15,180

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$15,278
$30k - $48k$16,247
$48k - $75k$18,473
$75k+$23,273

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients47.8%
Using Federal Loans64.7%
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

72.4%

Success

16.9%

In-State Cost

$15,180

Age 25+ Students

8.8%

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
Hazleton (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

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

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