Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
79.20%
SAT Average
1,184
ACT Range
24-28
West Chester University of Pennsylvania Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 79.20%. This means approximately 792 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 14,067 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
79.20%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $10,687 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,511 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $27,559 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $22,673 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 24.50% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 53.68% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does West Chester University of Pennsylvania Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,511
Room and board
$12,474
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$4,740
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$27,559
Average net price
$22,673
Average aid coverage
18%
$4,886 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at West Chester University of Pennsylvania pays approximately $22,673 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is West Chester University of Pennsylvania?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
West Chester University of Pennsylvania net price
$22,673
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
West Chester University of Pennsylvania Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,511 and average net price at $22,673. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,511
Current net price
$22,673
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
69.80%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$61,258
Undergraduates
14,067
10-Year Median Earnings - West Chester University of Pennsylvania vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
West Chester University of Pennsylvania graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends West Chester University of Pennsylvania?
Undergraduates
14,067
Completion rate
69.80%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
24.50%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
53.68%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 24.50% of West Chester University of Pennsylvania students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 53.68% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use West Chester University of Pennsylvania's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
West Chester University of Pennsylvania lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
West Chester University of Pennsylvania is listed at University Avenue and High Street, West Chester, PA 19383. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare West Chester University of Pennsylvania with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Chester University of Pennsylvania | 79.20% | $22,511 | $22,673 | $61,258 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Chester University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?
West Chester University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 79.20%.
How much is West Chester University of Pennsylvania tuition?
West Chester University of Pennsylvania's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,511.
What is West Chester University of Pennsylvania's average net price?
West Chester University of Pennsylvania's average net price in the local dataset is $22,673.
What is West Chester University of Pennsylvania's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $61,258 for West Chester University of Pennsylvania.
Is West Chester University of Pennsylvania accredited?
West Chester University of Pennsylvania's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend West Chester University of Pennsylvania?
The local dataset lists 14,067 undergraduate students at West Chester University of Pennsylvania.
What percentage of West Chester University of Pennsylvania students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for West Chester University of Pennsylvania in the local dataset is 24.50%.
What is the federal loan rate at West Chester University of Pennsylvania?
The federal loan rate for West Chester University of Pennsylvania in the local dataset is 53.68%.
Where should I verify West Chester University of Pennsylvania data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with West Chester University of Pennsylvania or the latest official federal education data.