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| Accepted | 8,934 |
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| Declined | + 3,068 |
| Total Received | 12,002 |
| SAT | 2659 |
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| ACT | 3750 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Temple University | Philadelphia, PA |
| Arcadia University | Glenside, PA |
| University of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Widener University | Chester, PA |
| Villanova University | Villanova, PA |
| University of Delaware | Newark, DE |
| Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania | Bloomsburg, PA |
| Saint Joseph's University | Philadelphia, PA |
| Pennsylvania State University — University Park | University Park, PA |
| The University of Scranton | Scranton, PA |
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West Chester University of Pennsylvania, Founded as a state Normal school in 1871, is a comprehensive, public university. It became a state college in 1960 and gained university status in 1983. Its 409-acre campus is located in West Chester, 25 miles west of Philadelphia.
| Public/private | Public |
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| Campus Enrollment | 17,527 |
| Established in | 1871 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, Inc.) • ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) • CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) • CAATE (Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education) • CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs) • CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) • CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) • CEPH (Council on Education for Public Health) • CoARC (Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care) • CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) • MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education) • NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) • NEHSPAC (National Environmental Health Science & Protection Accreditation Council) |
409-acre, suburban campus in West Chester (population: 20,060), 17 miles from Wilmington, DE, and 25 miles from Philadelphia. Served by bus; major airport serves Philadelphia; train serves Exton (three miles). School operates transportation to south section of campus and to train station.
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA 19383
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| Application fee | $45 |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Required of some |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT or ACT Required |
74%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 8,934 |
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| Declined | + 3,068 |
| Total Received | 12,002 |
Class rank
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Interview
Recommendations
Religious affiliation/commitment
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Sarah L. Freed
Assistant Vice President of Admissions
P: 877 315-2165
F: 610 436-2907
ugadmiss@wcupa.edu
52%
$8,369
| Tuition | $9,943 |
| Room | $3,678 |
| Board | $2,572 |
| Additional fees | $2,696 |
| Books & supplies | $1,200 |
| Total | $20,089 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $8,369 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $11,720 |
Need-based
| Federal | $17,308,830 |
| State | $10,018,726 |
| Institutional | $4,539,514 |
| Other external | $3,618,752 |
| Total | $35,485,822 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | $34,647 |
| Institutional | $1,544,671 |
| Other external | $1,749,102 |
| Total | $3,328,420 |
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FAFSA
P: 610 436-2627
F: 610 436-2574
finaid@wcupa.edu
Daniel McIlhenny
Interim Director of Financial Aid
dmcilhenny@wcupa.edu
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bowling, equestrian sports, fencing, field hockey, fishing, ice hockey, lacrosse, outdoor club, shokotan karate, ski racing, snowboarding, soccer, swimming, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, water polo, wrestling
basketball, dodgeball, flag football, floor hockey, indoor volleyball, racquetball, roller hockey, soccer (indoor/outdoor), softball, squash, tennis
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Athletic Director
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Transfer applicants accepted
65%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Required of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 35 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Hong Kong India Norway Saudi Arabia Vietnam |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes International student center Special orientation |
Summer Davey
Assistant Director of Admissions & International Outreach
610 436-2486
sdavey@wcupa.edu
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