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College Info
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At a glance
- Type
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Official website
www.psu.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete
Penn State (PSU)
Penn State (PSU) is a public research university located in State College, Pennsylvania. It is the flagship institution of the Pennsylvania State University system and is known for its strong academic programs, particularly in the sciences, agriculture, and engineering. The university has a rich history dating back to 1855 and has grown to include 24 campuses and over 200,000 students. Penn State is also renowned for its extensive research capabilities, particularly in areas such as energy, health, and the environment.
Key Facts
QS World Rank
Last full enrichment: 9 Jun 2026
Live portal snapshot
QS World #150 · 2024US News #180 · 2024Times Higher Education #200 · 2024NIRF #5 · 2023Outlook #100 · 2023Shanghai #151 · 2023
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 1000 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
4/10
Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
$13,967 avg starting salary
0% placement rate
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Student Life
100,000 students (10,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 1000 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 84%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 84%
💡Latest cutoff: SAT 1200
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school