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Public, 4-Year
Bloomsburg, PA

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

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

Annual Tuition

$11,046

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

94.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

53.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$52,416

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Bloomsburg, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $11,046, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 53.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing490 – 600
20025th–75th percentile800
Math480 – 580
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite18 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

94.8%

Transfer-Out Rate26.7%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$44,184

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$22,416

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$179,976

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$404,136

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 Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania is $26,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.4%
39.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
77.4%
Hispanic
6.9%
Black
5.9%
Unknown
5.4%
Two or more
2.6%
Asian
1.1%
International
0.4%
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

$11,046

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,799
$30k - $48k$14,068
$48k - $75k$17,711
$75k+$21,110

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,000
Pell Grant Recipients29.3%
Using Federal Loans58.4%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment68.9%

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

74.8%

Success

53.3%

In-State Cost

$11,046

Age 25+ Students

5.8%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie -2

Working at 6yr

5,824 students

Local City Insights

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