Dunmore, PA · Johnstown, PA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton | University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 94.9% | 95.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $15,180 | $14,646 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | — | $26,520 |
| Average Net Price | $18,239 | $17,909 |
| Graduation Rate | 32.0% | 53.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton accepts 94.9% of applicants. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown accepts 95.9%. Tuition is close: $15,180 at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton, $14,646 at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton graduates 32% of students in 6 years. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown graduates 53%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton. It accepts 94.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown, on average. After aid, students pay $17,909/year versus $18,239/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown: 53% of students finish in 6 years. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Scranton is at 32%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.