Susquehanna University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Susquehanna University is a private research university in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 2,163 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 81.43% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $61,723 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $59,850
- 2024 Average Net Price: $28,819 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 81.43% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,163 99.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 81.74%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
- First-Generation Students: 21.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 3.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 63.6%
- Average SAT Score: 1232
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,327
- Applicants (IPEDS): 5,974
- Room & Board: $16,100 annual estimate
Susquehanna University: what the data shows
Common questions about Susquehanna University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Susquehanna University?
Susquehanna University is located in Selinsgrove, PA (ZIP 17870-1025).
NCES locale classification: Town distant.
Is Susquehanna University public or private?
Susquehanna University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Susquehanna University cost?
Published tuition: $59,850.
Average net price after aid: $28,819.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $19,757 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $18,493 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,171 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $24,190 |
| $110,001+ | $33,866 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $239,400.
How hard is it to get into Susquehanna University?
Admission rate: 81.43%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1232.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Susquehanna University?
Total enrollment: 2,163 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,327 students.
Graduate enrollment: 9 students.
About 99% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Susquehanna University?
150%-time completion rate: 81.74%.
First-year retention: 86.3%.
What do graduates of Susquehanna University earn?
Median earnings: $51,535 six years after entry; $61,723 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $27,000.
24.90% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Susquehanna University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (49 completions)
- Psychology, General (36 completions)
- Finance, General (31 completions)
- Accounting (27 completions)
- Creative Writing (26 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (23 completions)
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication (21 completions)
- Biomedical Sciences, General (20 completions)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (19 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (19 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Susquehanna University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 81.43%; completion rate 81.74%; median earnings $61,723 at 10 years; net price $28,819. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$59,850
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Susquehanna University was $59,850.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$28,819
2024 Value
In 2024 Susquehanna University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,819.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$115,276 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$28,819 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$239,400 4-Year Tuition
$16,100 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,200 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$77,150 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$308,600 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Susquehanna University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
24.90% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
65.91% 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 Susquehanna University 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 Susquehanna University 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 | $38,780 | $38,780 | $24,954 |
| 2014 | $40,350 | $40,350 | $24,848 |
| 2015 | $42,040 | $42,040 | $25,506 |
| 2016 | $43,720 | $43,720 | $25,045 |
| 2017 | $45,470 | $45,470 | $25,492 |
| 2018 | $47,290 | $47,290 | $25,521 |
| 2019 | $49,180 | $49,180 | $25,724 |
| 2020 | $51,140 | $51,140 | $25,396 |
| 2021 | $53,060 | $53,060 | $26,829 |
| 2022 | $55,160 | $55,160 | $27,370 |
| 2023 | $57,400 | $57,400 | $26,539 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
81.43% Acceptance Rate
5,974 Total Applicants
4,702 Students Admitted
578 First-Time Students Enrolled
12.29% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1232
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 & Student Demographics
Susquehanna University reported total enrollment of about 2,163 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 43% male and 57% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (77.8%), Black or African American (7.1%), and Hispanic or Latino (6.6%). About 24.90% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 21.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
99.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Susquehanna University in 2024 is 2,163 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,327 students. Graduate enrollment is about 9 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
86.3%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 77.8%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
74.64% 100% Completion Time
81.74% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 74.64% of students graduating from Susquehanna University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 63% male / 37% female
- Psychology, General: 19% male / 81% female
- Finance, General: 84% male / 16% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Susquehanna University.
Return on Investment
$27,000 Median Student Debt
$61,723 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
43.74% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
435.44% Return on Investment
4.4 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Susquehanna University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 55 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 49 completions
2. Psychology, General: 36 completions
3. Finance, General: 31 completions
4. Accounting: 27 completions
5. Creative Writing: 26 completions
6. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 23 completions
7. Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication: 21 completions
8. Biomedical Sciences, General: 20 completions
9. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 19 completions
Most popular programs at Susquehanna University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Susquehanna University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Susquehanna University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 63.6%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $9,249
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,425
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Susquehanna University is a private non-profit institution located in Selinsgrove, PA, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Finance, General. Enrollment is approximately 2,163 students. Student body composition includes White (77.8%), Black or African American (7.1%), Hispanic or Latino (6.6%). The admission rate is 81.43%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1232. The 150%-time completion rate is 81.74%. Approximately 24.90% of students receive Pell Grants. About 21.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Location
Selinsgrove, PA 17870-1025
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 81.74% graduation rate, Susquehanna University demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 55 distinct degree programs, Susquehanna University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Susquehanna University located?
Susquehanna University is located in Selinsgrove, PA.
What is Susquehanna University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Susquehanna University is 81.4% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 5,974 applicants and 4,702 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Susquehanna University cost?
Reported tuition is $59,850 and average net price is $28,819 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $16,100 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Susquehanna University?
Susquehanna University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,327 students, White (77.8%), Black or African American (7.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Susquehanna University?
About 21.6% of students at Susquehanna University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Susquehanna University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Susquehanna University reports midpoint SAT about 1232.
What do graduates of Susquehanna University earn?
Median earnings are $51,535 six years after entry and $61,723 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Susquehanna University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 81.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Susquehanna University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $27,000.
Is Susquehanna University public or private?
Susquehanna University is a private nonprofit institution located in Selinsgrove, PA.
Is Susquehanna University an HBCU?
No. Susquehanna University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Susquehanna University a tribal college?
No. Susquehanna University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- Pennsylvania college costs
- Pennsylvania colleges by ROI
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Pennsylvania
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.