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Invest in your future

We know costs are an important factor when deciding to invest in a college education. Discover Penn State Shenango's incredible value. 

Employers hire our graduates because they trust a Penn State education. In fact, the Wall Street Journal named Penn State as the number one overall institution in the nation for producing the best prepared and well-rounded graduates, who are most able to succeed once hired. 

Tuition and billing notes

  • Tuition is billed by semester: fall, spring and summer. 
  • Penn State Shenango does not offer on-campus housing. Contact Student Affairs for more information about off-campus housing options, and Student Aid for assistance in coordinating aid to cover housing costs. 
  • The numbers shared below may be subject to change. 

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Penn State's tuition and fees vary by campus, credit hours completed, program, and residency, the student tuition calculators provide specific tuition rates for individual students.

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We’re happy to help our students and their families explore their financial options when deciding how to fund college costs, whether it be personal savings, tuition savings plans, student employment, Penn State’s payment plan, student financial aid, or a combination of these options. Contact Student Aid for assistance. 

Tuition and cost estimation 

Penn State Shenango annual costs

Estimated costs Pennsylvania resident Non-Pennsylvania resident
Tuition $13,302 $21,990
Student Fee $384 $384
Total $13,686 $22,374

  

Residents of Pennsylvania border states can earn even more

Students in Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia can save $6,000 for their first two years and $7,000 during their last two years at Penn State Shenango. Students who transfer for their junior year may be considered for an award of $6,500 a year for three years to help them earn a bachelor’s degree.

Learn more about the Discover Penn State award >

Comparison of annual costs

Campus and charges Pennsylvania resident Non-Pennsylvania resident
Shenango campus tuition and fees $13,686 $22,374
University Park campus tuition and fees $18,898 $36,476
University Park campus
room and meals
$12,318 $12,318
Differential savings $17,530 $26,420

A 2+2 plan student can save more than $34,000 over two years by starting their Penn State experience at the Shenango campus. 

This comparison of annual costs does not account for the added benefits of Penn State Shenango's $3,000 for a 3.0 GPA scholarship program or the Discover Penn State Award for select non-Pennsylvania resident students. Apply to see your customized student aid package. 

Plus, see how much in scholarships your grade-point average can earn

Penn State Shenango believes you should be rewarded for your academic achievements. Inspired by a high campus average GPA, our signature scholarship program has expanded into a tiered system that can net you up to $5,000 in awards.

$3,000 for a 3.0 GPA Scholarship Program >

Cost per credit for part-time and non-degree students

Pennsylvania resident Non-Pennsylvania resident
$538 $976

Part-time and non-degree costs reflect taking less than 12 credits within a semester. There is also a Student Fee and an Information Technology Fee that are adjusted depending on the number of credits taken. 

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Renee Rubano

Renee Rubano

Financial Coordinator, Finance and Business
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724-983-2811
206A1 Sharon Hall
Jill Thomson

Jill Thomson

Administrative Support Assistant, Finance and Business
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724-983-2817
206A Sharon Hall

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Tami Jones

Tami Jones

Administrative Support Assistant, Admissions
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724-983-2803
225 Lecture Hall
Shawn O'Neill

Shawn O'Neill

Financial Aid Coordinator, Student Aid
[email protected]
724-983-2804
225F Lecture Hall

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