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Public, 4-Year
Bradford, PA

University of Pittsburgh-Bradford

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

Annual Tuition

$14,620

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

90.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

42.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$66,125

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Pittsburgh-Bradford is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Bradford, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $14,620, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 42.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800
Math510 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 31
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

90.8%

Transfer-Out Rate35.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$58,480

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.6 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$36,125

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$302,770

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$664,020

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 University of Pittsburgh-Bradford is $24,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
54.0%
46.0%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
66.7%
Black
11.6%
Hispanic
7.3%
Asian
4.0%
International
3.7%
Two or more
3.6%
Unknown
2.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.3%
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

$14,620

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,352
$30k - $48k$11,294
$48k - $75k$14,898
$75k+$21,611

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,250
Pell Grant Recipients46.0%
Using Federal Loans68.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment75.3%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$3,801
Avg. Pell Grant$5,238
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,338
Avg. Institutional Grant$9,324
Students Receiving Grants97.0%

* 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

61.3%

Success

42.5%

In-State Cost

$14,620

Age 25+ Students

4.0%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

6,362 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

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

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

Living In Bradford

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$738

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$743

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$882

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Bradford metropolitan area.