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Public, 4-Year
McKeesport, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny

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

94.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

23.7%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$63,435

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in McKeesport, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,380, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 23.7% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing505 – 635
20025th–75th percentile800
Math515 – 580
20025th–75th percentile800
Transfer-Out Rate31.9%

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: 24%

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 Greater Allegheny is $25,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
38.6%
61.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
58.6%
Black
19.2%
Asian
7.2%
Two or more
6.4%
Hispanic
4.2%
International
2.8%
Unknown
1.1%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
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

$14,380

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,681
$30k - $48k$8,901
$48k - $75k$15,905
$75k+$18,848

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,000
Pell Grant Recipients43.5%
Using Federal Loans63.9%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment67.9%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,868
Avg. Pell Grant$5,171
Avg. State/Local Grant$3,408
Avg. Institutional Grant$6,329
Students Receiving Grants85.0%

* 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

69.4%

Success

23.7%

In-State Cost

$14,380

Age 25+ Students

7.2%

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
McKeesport (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

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

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