West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Summary
Quick Stats
Messikomer Hall, Rosedale Avenue
West Chester, PA 19383
Phone: (610) 436-3414
Tuition:
$8,274 in-state
$17,634 out-of-state
Students:
12,232 enrolled
Admissions:
rolling application deadline
rolling accepted
West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a public institution that was founded in 1871. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 12,232, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 405 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. West Chester University of Pennsylvania's ranking in the 2012 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (North), 82. Its in-state tuition and fees are $8,274 (2011-12); out-of-state tuition and fees are $17,634 (2011-12).
School mission (as provided by the school):
Established in 1871 as a teacher's college, West Chester University is a public comprehensive institution committed to high-quality undergraduate and graduate education. Preparing the largest number of teachers certified in Pennsylvania, WCU has expanded to meet employers' needs by offering programs and partnerships that provide students with internships and practicum experiences. The interdisciplinary B.S. in Pharmaceutical Product Development features paid cooperative assignments, preparing undergraduates for positions in the biopharmaceutical industry or graduate programs. The Computer Science Department's Center for Academic Excellence in Information Assurance is one of only 70 such institutes nationwide. As a cultural center, WCU offers over 100 concerts, exhibits, speakers and visiting artists annually.
General Information
School type - public, coed college
Year founded - 1871
Religious affiliation - N/A
Academic calendar - semester
Setting - suburban
2010 Endowment - N/A
Applying
Selectivity - selective
Fall 2010 acceptance rate - 41%
Application deadline - rolling
SAT/ACT scores must be received by - February 1
Academic Life
Class sizes -
Student-faculty ratio - 21:1
4-year graduation rate - 39% - Medium
Five most popular majors for 2010 graduates -
Education 19% Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services 16% Health Professions and Related Programs 12%