University of Pittsburgh Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is a public four-year university in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, enrolling about 1,808 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 94.84% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $66,125 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $14,906
- 2024 Average Net Price: $18,202 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 94.84% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,808 98.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 55.82%
- Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
- First-Generation Students: 21.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 0.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 5.5% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 82.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1105
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 1,884
- Applicants (IPEDS): 3,246
- Room & Board: $12,940 annual estimate
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is located in Johnstown, PA (ZIP 15904).
NCES locale classification: Rural remote.
Is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown public or private?
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is a Public institution.
How much does University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown cost?
Published tuition: $14,906 in-state, $26,780 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $18,202.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,106 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $10,488 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $15,248 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $19,887 |
| $110,001+ | $24,980 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $59,624.
How hard is it to get into University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
Admission rate: 94.84%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1105 and midpoint ACT 24.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
Total enrollment: 1,808 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 1,884 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
150%-time completion rate: 55.82%.
First-year retention: 75.1%.
What do graduates of University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown earn?
Median earnings: $54,240 six years after entry; $66,125 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $24,250.
32.37% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching (42 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (35 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (30 completions)
- Psychology, General (25 completions)
- Civil Engineering, General (24 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (23 completions)
- Information Science/Studies (22 completions)
- Computer Science (22 completions)
- Finance, General (19 completions)
- Chemical Engineering (18 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 94.84%; completion rate 55.82%; median earnings $66,125 at 10 years; net price $18,202. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$14,906
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown was $14,906.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$18,202
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $18,202.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$72,808 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$18,202 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$59,624 4-Year In-State Tuition
$107,120 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
$12,940 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$738 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$28,584 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$114,336 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.37% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
57.53% 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 University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown 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 University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown 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 | $13,130 | $23,734 | $18,539 |
| 2014 | $13,374 | $24,190 | $19,420 |
| 2015 | $13,374 | $24,190 | $19,144 |
| 2016 | $13,624 | $24,646 | $19,053 |
| 2017 | $13,876 | $25,120 | $20,542 |
| 2018 | $13,876 | $25,120 | $20,210 |
| 2019 | $14,156 | $25,624 | $19,712 |
| 2020 | $14,090 | $25,558 | $17,457 |
| 2021 | $14,352 | $25,992 | $17,836 |
| 2022 | $14,646 | $26,520 | $17,961 |
| 2023 | $14,646 | $26,520 | $18,952 |
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
94.84% Acceptance Rate
3,246 Total Applicants
3,113 Students Admitted
474 First-Time Students Enrolled
15.23% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1105
ACT Average: 24
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
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
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown reported total enrollment of about 1,808 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 56% male and 44% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (69.6%), Race/ethnicity unknown (11.8%), and Black or African American (5.5%). About 32.37% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 21.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
98.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown in 2024 is 1,808 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,884 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
75.1%
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 69.6%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
40.28% 100% Completion Time
55.82% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 40.28% of students graduating from University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 12% male / 88% female
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 34% male / 66% female
- Mechanical Engineering: 87% male / 13% 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 University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown.
Return on Investment
$24,250 Median Student Debt
$66,125 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.67% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
808.21% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 38 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Early Childhood Education & Teaching: 42 completions
2. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 35 completions
3. Mechanical Engineering: 30 completions
4. Psychology, General: 25 completions
5. Civil Engineering, General: 24 completions
6. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 23 completions
7. Information Science/Studies: 22 completions
8. Computer Science: 22 completions
9. Finance, General: 19 completions
Most popular programs at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 82.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $8,540
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $11,380
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is a public institution located in Johnstown, PA, classified as Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Early Childhood Education & Teaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Mechanical Engineering. Enrollment is approximately 1,808 students. Student body composition includes White (69.6%), Race/ethnicity unknown (11.8%), Black or African American (5.5%). The admission rate is 94.84%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1105. The 150%-time completion rate is 55.82%. Approximately 32.37% of students receive Pell Grants. About 21.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Public
Carnegie Classification: Special Focus Four-Year: Faith-Related Institutions
Location
Johnstown, PA 15904
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown located?
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is located in Johnstown, PA.
What is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is 94.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 3,246 applicants and 3,113 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown cost?
Reported tuition is $14,906 and average net price is $18,202 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,940 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown reports undergraduate enrollment of about 1,884 students, White (69.6%), Race/ethnicity unknown (11.8%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
About 21.0% of students at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown reports midpoint SAT about 1105 and midpoint ACT about 24.
What do graduates of University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown earn?
Median earnings are $54,240 six years after entry and $66,125 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?
The 150%-time completion rate is 55.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $24,250.
Is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown public or private?
University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is a public institution located in Johnstown, PA.
Is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown an HBCU?
No. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown a tribal college?
No. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown 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
- Johnstown, Pennsylvania city profile
- 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.