- Penn State Mont Alto provides the best of two worlds. We are an intimate, nurturing college campus with access to the resources and benefits provided by a Big Ten university. We are Penn State, and because of that, we can provide students with access to leading faculty, a variety of majors and degree options, 24 campuses across the commonwealth, sports, concerts, and cultural events, one of the largest alumni associations in the nation, and most importantly, a Penn State degree. We are also Mont Alto, an intimate, nurturing college campus that allows students to have individual access to their professors, a student success center with tutors and resources to help you succeed, the opportunity to join and lead student clubs and organizations during your first year in college, the chance to extend your athletic career by participating in varsity sports on campus, and much more. Penn State Mont Alto can provide you access to a Big Ten university on a campus that is quaint and comfortable. In the end, you'll be exposed to so many choices and experiences, and you'll earn a Penn State degree, which ultimately provides access to exciting and challenging career opportunities. There's so much to love about Penn State.
School Highlights
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto serves 582 students (87% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 582 students
- In-state tuition: $13,648
- Out-state tuition: $20,334
- Acceptance Rate: 98%
- Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 22%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Overview
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 23% over five years.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Associate's Colleges: High Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Colors
Blue and White
Total Faculty
55 staff
28 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto has declined by 22% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto diversity score of 0.38 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
582 students
380 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
509 students
292 students
# Part-Time Students
73 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
541 students
368 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
509 students
290 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
72 students
90 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
1 students
10 students
% Asian
4%
4%
% Hispanic
7%
12%
% Black
4%
15%
% White
78%
50%
% Two or more races
4%
4%
% Non Resident races
2%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
14%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.2738%
n/a
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$54,300
$34,300
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $13,648 is more than the state average of $11,141. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $20,334 is more than the state average of $16,403. The out-state tuition has declined by 11% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$13,648
$11,141
Out-State Tuition Fees
$20,334
$16,403
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
89%
Median Debt for Graduates
$25,000
$13,310
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$6,297
Acceptance Rate
98%
81%
SAT Total Avg.
1,385
1,394
SAT Reading
465
470
SAT Math
470
489
SAT Writing
450
435
ACT Total Avg.
67
68
ACT Composite
20
20
ACT English
20
20
ACT Math
20
21
ACT Writing
7
7
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nittany Lion
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto cost?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto's tuition is approximately $13,648 for In-State students and $20,334 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto?
The acceptance rate of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto is 98%, which is higher than the state average of 81%.
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