Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
78.71%
SAT Average
1,211
ACT Range
22-31
Susquehanna University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 78.71%. This means approximately 787 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 2,120 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
78.71%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $57,400 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $57,400 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $72,563 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $26,539 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 23.88% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 68.17% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Susquehanna University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$57,400
Room and board
$15,700
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$1,700
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$72,563
Average net price
$26,539
Average aid coverage
63%
$46,024 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Susquehanna University pays approximately $26,539 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Susquehanna University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Susquehanna University net price
$26,539
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Susquehanna University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $57,400 and average net price at $26,539. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$57,400
Current net price
$26,539
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
74.09%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$61,723
Undergraduates
2,120
10-Year Median Earnings - Susquehanna University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Susquehanna University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Susquehanna University?
Undergraduates
2,120
Completion rate
74.09%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
23.88%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
68.17%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 23.88% of Susquehanna University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 68.17% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Susquehanna University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Susquehanna University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Susquehanna University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Susquehanna University is listed at 514 University Ave, Selinsgrove, PA 17870-1025. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Susquehanna University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Susquehanna University | 78.71% | $57,400 | $26,539 | $61,723 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susquehanna University's acceptance rate?
Susquehanna University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 78.71%.
How much is Susquehanna University tuition?
Susquehanna University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $57,400.
What is Susquehanna University's average net price?
Susquehanna University's average net price in the local dataset is $26,539.
What does Susquehanna University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $20,251 for Susquehanna University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Susquehanna University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $61,723 for Susquehanna University.
Is Susquehanna University accredited?
Susquehanna University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Susquehanna University?
The local dataset lists 2,120 undergraduate students at Susquehanna University.
What percentage of Susquehanna University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Susquehanna University in the local dataset is 23.88%.
What is the federal loan rate at Susquehanna University?
The federal loan rate for Susquehanna University in the local dataset is 68.17%.
Where should I verify Susquehanna University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Susquehanna University or the latest official federal education data.