2023 Comprehensive Report on Rankings, Costs, Graduation Rate and More
$14,133
Net Price
89%
Admitted
21%
Enrolled
73%
Graduation Rate
20/1
Student / Faculty
University Detail
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
is a public, four or more years institution with a total student enrollment of 17,614. In 2021, there were 466 psychology and social work graduates. This institution ranks #24 in Pennsylvania and ranks #251 in the U.S. for schools that offer psychology degree programs.
Psychology Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Postgraduate Certificate, Master
Psychology Graduates
466
Total Enrollment
17,614
Type
Public, Four or more years
Institution Accreditation
Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Ranking for West Chester University of Pennsylvania
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Pennsylvania Rank
Combining ranking factors for 93 schools that offer psychology degrees in Pennsylvania, West Chester University of Pennsylvania ranks #24.
U.S. Rank
Combining ranking factors for 1,438 schools that offer psychology degrees in the U.S., West Chester University of Pennsylvania ranks #251.
Psychology Programs Offered
For psychology degrees, West Chester University of Pennsylvania offers General Psychology and Social Work at the bachelor level. At the postgraduate certificate level, the university offers Counseling and Applied Psychology and Industrial Organizational Psychology. At the master level General Psychology, Mental Health Counseling and Social Work are offered.
In the table below, see the programs offered and the number of graduates in each program.
| Psychology Graduates in 2021 | BS | PG CERT | MA |
| Counseling and Applied Psychology | – | 11 | – |
| General Psychology | 250 | – | 35 |
| Industrial Organizational Psychology | – | 11 | – |
| Mental Health Counseling | – | – | 17 |
| Social Work | 61 | – | 81 |
| Total Graduates | 311 | 22 | 133 |
Psychology Program Accreditation(s)
Admission, Enrollment, Graduation
In the fall of 2021, 14,020 students applied to the West Chester University of Pennsylvania. The university admitted 89% and 21% of those who were admitted also enrolled.
By comparison, the average number of applicants for Pennsylvania universities is 6,852. On average, all Pennsylvania institutions admit 77% and 23% of those who were admitted end up enrolling into the institution.
The percentage of West Chester University of Pennsylvania students who return after their first year to begin their second year is 85%. Compared to all Pennsylvania four or more years colleges, the percentage is 75%.
The overall graduation rate for West Chester University of Pennsylvania is 73%, compared to 66% for all Pennsylvania universities, while the number of students who transferred out of the program is 25%.
Compare WCU to Pennsylvania Four or more years Colleges
Offering Psychology Degrees
Compare admission, acceptance, retention and graduation rates of West Chester University of Pennsylvania to the average of all Pennsylvania four or more years schools that offer psychology degrees.
Why it Matters
Compare Admission and Enrollment
Low admission rates and high enrollment rates denote not only how selective a school is, but also how in-demand the school is. High graduation rates show the overall success of an institution.
WCU
14,020
Applicants
89%
Percent Admitted
21%
Percent Enrolled
85%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
73%
Graduation Rate
PA Colleges
6,852
Applicants
77%
Percent Admitted
23%
Percent Enrolled
75%
1st Time Student Retention Rate
66%
Graduation Rate
Student & Faculty Information
In the fall of 2021, there were 660 or 69% full-time instructional or research faculty members of all faculty and there were 302 or 31% part-time faculty members employed at West Chester University of Pennsylvania. The number of full-time instructional faculty was 660 or 69%.
Part-time teachers are paid less and cost less, so any organization with a disproportionate number of part-time teachers can invest money in more important areas. However, as part-time teachers, participants can work full-time in their profession and bring experience to the classroom.
Why it Matters
Compare Faculty Numbers
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional percentages indicate that institutions focus their investments in areas that matter most to students.
WCU
20 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
69%
Percent Full-Time
31%
Percent Part-Time
69%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
PA Colleges
13 / 1
Student Faculty Ratio
52%
Percent Full-Time
48%
Percent Part-Time
51%
Percent Full-Time Instructional
Tuition and Student Expenses
For the 2021-2022 academic year at West Chester University of Pennsylvania the average cost of undergraduate tuition is $7,716, and the average cost for books and supplies is $1,200.
For graduate students, the average cost for tuition is $9,288 and the average cost for graduate fees is $2,610.
In the table below, find the average total expenses to attend West Chester University of Pennsylvania in 2021-2022 including tuition, room, board and living expenses for both undergraduate and graduate students.
Note that the average total expenses do not include financial aid, grants, loans or scholarships. You can find the average financial aid and net price data in the sections below.
| Expenses for West Chester University of Pennsylvania | 2021-2022 |
| On Campus Room & Board | $14,228 |
| On-Campus Living Expenses | $2,520 |
| Total Living Expenses | $16,748 |
| Tuition for In-State, Undergraduate | $7,716 |
| Books and Supplies, Undergraduate | $1,200 |
| Total Undergraduate Expenses | $25,664 |
| In-State, Graduate Tuition | $9,288 |
| In-State, Graduate Fees | $2,610 |
| Total Graduate Expenses | $11,898 |
Net Price
Average Net Price
The average net price to attend West Chester University of Pennsylvania is $14,133. Average net price is calculated by adding tuition, room, board, living costs, books, supplies together and then subtracting the average financial (grants, scholarships and loans) for federal financial aid recipients.
In other words, the average net price is the average amount students pay to attend this university for one year.
Average net price is calculated from the most recent data supplied by each institution to the US Department of Education and is found by subtracting the average amount of federal, state/local government, or institutional grant or scholarship aid from the total cost of attendance. The total cost of attendance is the sum of published tuition and required fees (lower of in-district or in-state), books and supplies, and the weighted average for room and board and other expenses.
Net Price by Family Income
Depending on the federal, state, or institutional grant aid available, the table below shows the average amount students pay to attend West Chester University of Pennsylvania presented by family income bracket.
Students may pay more or less depending on their individual circumstances; however, these are the average costs as tracked by the university and reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
| Average Net Price by Income | 2020-2021 | 2021-2022 |
| $0 – $30,000 | $15,718 | $8,168 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $16,325 | $8,733 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $19,085 | $11,386 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $23,443 | $15,109 |
| $110,001 and more | $25,353 | $16,433 |
Compare West Chester University of Pennsylvania to all Pennsylvania universitas that offer psychology degrees for the cost to attend, average financial aid, percent of students receiving aid and the average net price to attend.
For program ranking, we see a lower overall cost of tuition and cost of living expenses minus the average financial aid a student may receive as the ranking factor student may want to consider.
Why it Matters
Compare Average Cost to Attend and Net Price
Low student faculty ratios and high full-time instructional professors indicates to us institutions that focus their investments in areas that matter most: the education of students by the best instructors possible.
WCU
$25,664
Cost to Attend
$4,705
Average Financial Aid
100%
Percent Receiving Aid
$14,133
Net Price
PA Colleges
$45,060
Cost to Attend
$18,452
Average Financial Aid
92%
Percent Receiving Aid
$21,691
Average Net Price
Financial Aid
The number of beginning students who enter postsecondary education for the first time and receive financial aid is 2,754 or 100%.
The number of undergraduate students who receive a grant or scholarship is 14,563 and the average amount of their grant or scholarship is $4,705.
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | # Receiving Aid | Average Aid Received |
|---|---|---|
| Grant or Scholarship Aid | 14,563 | $4,705 |
| Pell Grants | 3,592 | $4,523 |
| Federal Student Loans | 7,291 | $6,272 |
Below, compare the financial aid students receive at the West Chester University of Pennsylvania to all schools across the United States that offer psychology degrees.
We see higher percentages of those receiving aid and the percent that aid covers the net price of education as an indicator of the strength of the institution.
Why it Matters
Compare Financial Aid
Financial Aid can make the difference between being able to afford college or being priced out of college. Many students may find college far more affordable than they could imagine, when accounting for the various kinds of financial aid available.
WCU
14,563
Grant or Scholarship Aid
57%
Grants or Scholarships
3,592
Number of Pell Grants
14%
Pell Grants
7,291
Federal Student Loans
29%
Federal Student Loans
PA Colleges
3,134
Grant or Scholarship Aid
49%
Grants or Scholarships
1,217
Number of Pell Grants
19%
Pell Grants
2,090
Federal Student Loans
32%
Federal Student Loans
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