Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is a public four-year university in Media, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 1,223 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 98.11% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $63,435 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $15,208
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,585 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 98.11% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,223 91.7% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 25.98%
- Average SAT Score: 1200
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine: what the data shows
Common questions about Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is located in Media, PA (ZIP 19063-5522).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine public or private?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is a Public institution.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine cost?
Published tuition: $15,208 in-state, $25,392 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $22,585.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $15,904 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,580 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,157 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $25,067 |
| $110,001+ | $29,031 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $60,832.
How hard is it to get into Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Admission rate: 98.11%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1200.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Total enrollment: 1,223 students.
About 92% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
150%-time completion rate: 25.98%.
First-year retention: 72.6%.
What do graduates of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine earn?
Median earnings: $55,620 six years after entry; $63,435 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
33.69% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (147 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (24 completions)
- General Psychology (20 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (16 completions)
- CIP 190701 (13 completions)
- Communication and Media Studies (11 completions)
- Computer Science - 11.0401 (11 completions)
- CIP 521299 (9 completions)
- Graphic Communications (8 completions)
- Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other (7 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 98.11%; completion rate 25.98%; median earnings $63,435 at 10 years; net price $22,585. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$15,208
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine was $15,208.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,585
2024 Value
In 2024 Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,585.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$90,340 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,585 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$60,832 4-Year In-State Tuition
$101,568 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine.
Financial Aid by Income Level
33.69% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
49.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $13,608 | $20,284 | $13,691 |
| 2014 | $13,942 | $20,778 | $13,608 |
| 2015 | $13,964 | $21,158 | $14,631 |
| 2016 | $14,134 | $21,568 | $14,271 |
| 2017 | $14,460 | $22,378 | $16,255 |
| 2018 | $14,468 | $23,028 | $21,923 |
| 2019 | $14,476 | $23,466 | — |
| 2022 | $15,140 | $24,834 | $22,693 |
| 2023 | $15,180 | $25,118 | $22,576 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
98.11% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1200
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.7% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine in 2024 is 1,223 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
14.32% 100% Completion Time
25.98% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 14.32% of students graduating from Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$63,435 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
39.41% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
602.18% Return on Investment
3.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 24 completions
General Psychology: 20 completions
General Biological Sciences: 16 completions
CIP 19.0701: 13 completions
Communication and Media Studies: 11 completions
Computer Science - 11.0401: 11 completions
CIP 52.1299: 9 completions
Graphic Communications: 8 completions
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other: 7 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 147 completions
Most popular programs at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine graduates.
About
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is a public institution located in Media, PA, offering 20 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,223 students. The admission rate is 98.11%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1200. The institution maintains a 25.98% graduation rate. Approximately 33.69% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Media, PA 19063-5522
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 25.98% graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $15,208 and average net price is $22,585 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
The admission rate is 98.1% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine reports midpoint SAT about 1200.
What do graduates of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine earn?
Median earnings are $55,620 six years after entry and $63,435 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
The 150%-time completion rate is 26.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine?
Total enrollment is about 1,223 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine public or private?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is a public institution located in Media, PA.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine an HBCU?
No. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine a tribal college?
No. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine does not meet that proxy (reported share 11.0%).
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.