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Penn State University, commonly referred to as Penn State, is a public land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania. Founded in 1855, Penn State is one of the largest universities in the United States, with over 100,000 students across its main campus in University Park and its 23 other campuses and sites. Penn State is known for its strong emphasis on research, particularly in the fields of agriculture, engineering, and the sciences. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as numerous professional and continuing education opportunities. Penn State is also home to the Penn State Nittany Lions, a Division I athletic program that competes in the NCAA.
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#15
World ranking
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6.5+
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Urban, 1000 acres
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$26,362 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
100,000 students (6,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 1000 acres
Location: Pécs, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
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Acceptance rate: 55.6%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
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