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West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester, PA

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Median Earnings
$61,258
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
70.2%
6-year completion
Students
14,164
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
78.4%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$28,394/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$23,331/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

In-state: $10,775

Out-of-state: $22,599

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$17,018/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income$17,414/yr
$48k–$75k/yr income$20,417/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income—
Over $110k/yr income$27,160/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
78.4%
1-Year Retention
83.1%
Pell Grant Recipients
25.4%
First-Generation Students
28.1%
In-State Tuition
$10,775/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,599/yr

Acceptance Rate

78.4%

Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

Top Programs

Click 📋 to find the curriculum for each major

Computer Science
3%📋 Curriculum
Engineering
0%📋 Curriculum
Health Sciences
15%📋 Curriculum
Biology / Life Sci
4%📋 Curriculum

% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

US News RankingsNiche.com ProfileCollege Scorecard

Frequently Asked Questions about West Chester University of Pennsylvania

How much does West Chester University of Pennsylvania cost?

The average net price at West Chester University of Pennsylvania after grants and scholarships is $23,331 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $28,394/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at West Chester University of Pennsylvania?

The 6-year graduation rate at West Chester University of Pennsylvania is 70.2%. The 1-year retention rate is 83.1%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at West Chester University of Pennsylvania?

The acceptance rate at West Chester University of Pennsylvania is 78.4%. Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

What do West Chester University of Pennsylvania graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended West Chester University of Pennsylvania 10 years after enrollment is $61,258. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is West Chester University of Pennsylvania a good school?

Whether West Chester University of Pennsylvania is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 70% graduation rate, average net price of $23,331/year, median graduate earnings of $61,258 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.