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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
York, PA

York College of Pennsylvania

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

Annual Tuition

$24,606

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

94.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

62.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$61,012

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

York College of Pennsylvania is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in York, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $24,606, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 62.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math510 – 610
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 28
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

94.2%

Transfer-Out Rate21.6%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$98,424

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

3.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$31,012

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$211,696

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$521,816

Long-term projected return on your education investment

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 York College of Pennsylvania is $26,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
56.1%
43.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
72.5%
Hispanic
10.1%
Black
7.8%
Two or more
4.1%
Asian
2.2%
Unknown
2.1%
International
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
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

$24,606

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,792
$30k - $48k$15,129
$48k - $75k$18,388
$75k+$21,010

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,000
Pell Grant Recipients25.2%
Using Federal Loans59.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment72.6%

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

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$3,334
Avg. Pell Grant$4,703
Avg. State/Local Grant$4,136
Avg. Institutional Grant$11,465
Students Receiving Grants99.0%

* 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

77.3%

Success

62.2%

In-State Cost

$24,606

Age 25+ Students

6.0%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

1,572 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
York (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 York

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
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Studio

$861

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$951

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$1,197

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

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