Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is a small public university located on a rural campus in Cheyney, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 724, and admissions are selective. The university offers 18 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 16%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $7,716, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $15,432.
Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
724
Students enrolled
72%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
1%
Unknown
2%
Black
86%
Hispanic
2%
Two or more races
7%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
46% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
521
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.72% online, 28% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $7,716 | $15,432 |
| Graduate | $undefined | $undefined |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $100 |
| On-campus room and board | $11,016 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,832 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $13,724 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $6,774 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,832 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $23,664 | $31,380 |
| Off-campus without family | $28,314 | $36,030 |
| Off-campus with family | $12,648 | $20,364 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
47%
State Grant Aid
69%
Institution Grant Aid
56%
Pell Grant
46%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$22k
Average student debtafter graduation
$24k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 8 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 9 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 10 | Psychology. | |||
| 11 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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