- Penn State Shenango�s mission, consistent with that of the University of which it is part, is to provide a balanced portfolio of academic offerings; to establish a strong and diverse enrollment in a campus climate where dignity and respect for others, as enunciated in the Penn State Principles, are practiced by all; to create an attractive, technologically flexible, safe, and comfortable environment for teaching and learning; to offer an array of student-appropriate co-curricular activities; to exploit new models of academic program delivery; to strengthen ties to other units of the University; to spearhead economic development and technology transfer in this region; in short, to promote the benefits of a Penn State education.
School Highlights
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango serves 265 students (78% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 265 students
- In-state tuition: $13,332
- Out-state tuition: $19,888
- Acceptance Rate: 92%
- Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
- Minority enrollment: 28%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
School Overview
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five years.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1965
Total Faculty
32 staff
28 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango has declined by 36% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango diversity score of 0.46 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has declined by 11% over five years.
Total Enrollment
265 students
350 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
207 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
58 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
265 students
366 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
207 students
290 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
58 students
88 students
% Hispanic
3%
12%
% Black
10%
15%
% White
72%
50%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Unknown races
11%
14%
Diversity Score
0.46
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years) (Year 2024)
23%
38%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$54,300
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $13,332 is more than the state average of $11,141. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $19,888 is more than the state average of $16,403. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$13,332
$11,141
Out-State Tuition Fees
$19,888
$16,403
Tuition Notes
$538 per credit for Pennsylvania residents, $976 for non-Pennsylvania residents.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$13,310
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,297
Acceptance Rate
92%
81%
SAT Total Avg.
1,270
1,394
SAT Reading
430
470
SAT Math
445
489
SAT Writing
395
435
ACT Total Avg.
71
68
ACT Composite
21
20
ACT English
21
20
ACT Math
22
21
ACT Writing
7
7
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nittany Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango cost?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango's tuition is approximately $13,332 for In-State students and $19,888 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango?
The acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango is 92%, which is higher than the state average of 81%.
What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango's ranking?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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