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Summary
Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College is a public institution that was founded in 1948. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,135, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 725 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Its in-state tuition and fees are $13,636 (2011-12); out-of-state tuition and fees are $20,408 (2011-12).
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With the resources and opportunities of a major research university in a welcoming, student-centered environment, Penn State Behrend offers a unique learning experience to more than 4,600 undergraduate and graduate students. Penn State Behrend is a four-year, residential college offering thirty-four bachelor's degrees, two master's degrees, and six associate degree programs. Although our campus is among the largest in the Penn State system, our faculty-to-student ratio of 1:16 provides students with a personalized learning experience from accomplished instructors. Located on a wooded 854-acre campus, Penn State Behrend is just minutes away from the heart of Erie, Pa., the fourth largest city in the state. The campus is alive with more than 110 clubs and organizations, 22 NCAA Division III men's and women's varsity athletic teams, and several intercollegiate and intramural sports. More than 1,750 students live on campus in traditional residence halls, suite-style halls, and apartment buildings. A number of services are offered to students to give them a positive experience, including tutoring and career counseling, personal counseling and health and wellness centers, and campus safety initiatives. Research and outreach are at the heart of our mission at Penn State Behrend. Annually, the college funds nearly $250,000 in undergraduate research opportunities and operates more than two dozen outreach centers, programs, and initiatives. Learn more about why so many students choose this dynamic college to get a high-quality, well-respected Penn State education. View Penn State Behrend 'At a Glance,' or explore the campus right from your computer through our online virtual tour. |
General Information
| School type | public, coed college |
| Year founded | 1948 |
| Religious affiliation | N/A |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | suburban |
| 2011 Endowment | N/A |
Applying
When applying to Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due August 15. The application fee at Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College is $50.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | N/A |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | N/A |
| Application deadline | rolling |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | August 15 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College is 16:1, and the school has 38.2 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College include: Management Science; Accounting; Marketing; Mechanical Engineering; and Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians.
Student Life
Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,135, with a gender distribution of 64.0 percent male students and 36.0 percent female students. At this school, 40.0 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 60.0 percent of students live off campus. Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College is part of the NCAA III athletic conference.
| Total enrollment | 4,226 |
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| Collegiate athletic association | NCAA III |
Campus Info & Services
Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, day care, health service, and health insurance. Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols, late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Of the students at Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College, 70 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is permitted for students of legal age at Pennsylvania State University--Erie, The Behrend College.
| Students who have cars on campus | 70% |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
More About Campus Info & Services
Paying for School
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| In-state tuition and fees | $13,636 (2011-12) |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $20,408 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | $9,420 (2011-12) |
| Financial aid statistics | N/A |
* Overview details based on 2011 data
