72%

Acceptance Rate

$32,636

Avg.Financial Aid

003369

FAFSA Code

Susquehanna University

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Private, Not-For-Profit

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Evangelical Lutheran Church

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    MSCHE

  • Website

    www.susqu.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    2,396

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

Located in Selinsgrove, PA, Susquehanna University is a private, Evangelical Lutheran Church university. Susquehanna University covers an area of 325 acres. Susquehanna University was founded in the year 1858. The motto of the Susquehanna University is Achievement, Leadership, Service and its official colors are orange and maroon. Out of total 2,351 students enrolled at SU, 2,351 belong to undergraduate courses while 3 are postgraduate students. The school has a total of 133 academic staff. These faculty teach different courses to the students. Susquehanna University is home to an ethnically diverse student body. At SU around 76% are white, 6% are Black or African American, and 6% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. Further, around 98% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 56% of the students are females and 44% are males. The college has produced several achievers in its 162 years of existence and some of the notable alumni are John Strangfeld, Richard Caruso, Jay Feaster, and Harold Norman Moldenke. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. A total of 82 programs, including both residential and online, are currently offered by SU. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business), MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education), and NASM (National Association of Schools of Music). The total endowment of the Susquehanna University is around $173 million (2019).

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Fax:

Address

514 University Ave

Rankings

It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a university and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the university has a ranking. Considered one of the best publications when it comes to ranking universities, Forbes has placed Susquehanna University at the 453rd position on the latest list of top colleges. However, it is to be noted that the rankings are decided based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    Rolling Admissions

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    72%

  • SAT Range

    N/A

  • SAT/ACT

    Required

  • ACT Range

    N/A

  • High School GPA

    Required

  • Application Fee

    FALSE$

  • Accept Common App

    Yes

The admission to Susquehanna University is easy as the university takes in a few number of students. The students are required to submit a fee along with the admission form, in order to be considered for admission at Susquehanna University. It is a non-refundable amount. As a general rule, securing a good score in a standardised test like SAT or ACT improves an applicant’s chances of securing admission. However, at Susquehanna University, the average SAT or ACT scores of students securing admission is not available. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 514 University Ave, Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania 17870-1025, or call (570) 374-0101.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $26,868

  • Average Annual Cost

    $46,690

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $62,480

  • Other Fees

    $600

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $12,630

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $1,360

Total One Year Cost

$62,480

Before applying to SU, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $65,320. This cost consists of the average annual tuition cost ($49,180), books and supplies ($1,200), room and boarding ($13,140), and budget for other expenses ($1,800). Students can also explore numerous financial aid options offered by the university.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Master's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

12:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

80%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

N/A

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

$458

Faculty Overview

54%

Male Professors

46%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Communication and Media Studies

    75 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    40 Graduates

  • Finance and Financial Management Se...

    38 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    34 Graduates

  • Rhetoric and Composition/Writing St...

    31 Graduates

  • Accounting and Related Services

    28 Graduates

  • Marketing

    27 Graduates

  • Romance Languages, Literatures, and...

    16 Graduates

  • Rhetoric and Composition/Writing St...

    31 Graduates

  • Accounting and Related Services

    28 Graduates

  • Marketing

    27 Graduates

  • Romance Languages, Literatures, and...

    16 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    16 Graduates

  • Economics

    15 Graduates

  • Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

    14 Graduates

  • History

    14 Graduates

  • Design and Applied Arts

    11 Graduates

  • Music

    10 Graduates

  • Neurobiology and Neurosciences

    10 Graduates

  • English Language and Literature, Ge...

    9 Graduates

  • Human Resources Management and Serv...

    9 Graduates

  • Political Science and Government

    9 Graduates

  • Fine and Studio Arts

    8 Graduates

  • Computer and Information Sciences,...

    7 Graduates

  • Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosc...

    7 Graduates

  • International Relations and Nationa...

    7 Graduates

  • Mathematics

    7 Graduates

  • Publishing

    7 Graduates

  • Sociology

    7 Graduates

  • Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecu...

    6 Graduates

  • Business Administration, Management...

    6 Graduates

  • Business, Management, Marketing, an...

    6 Graduates

  • Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, an...

    6 Graduates

  • Business/Managerial Economics

    5 Graduates

  • Business/Corporate Communications

    4 Graduates

  • Chemistry

    4 Graduates

  • Physics

    4 Graduates

  • Religion/Religious Studies

    4 Graduates

  • Entrepreneurial and Small Business...

    3 Graduates

  • Philosophy

    3 Graduates

  • Information Science/Studies

    2 Graduates

  • International Business

    2 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    2 Graduates

  • Anthropology

    1 Graduates

  • Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...

    1 Graduates

  • Natural Resources Conservation and...

    1 Graduates

  • Public Policy Analysis

    1 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

2,393

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

26%

Full-time / Part-time

97% / 3%

Students Gender

Male

43%

US National: 44%

Female

57%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

76%

Unknown

3%

Black

7%

Hispanic

7%

Two or more races

3%

Non Resident alien

2%

Asian

2%

American Indian/Alaska native

0%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

0%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

36%

Out Of State

62%

In State

2%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$72,676 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 94% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

94%

Undergrads in College Housing

91%

Averege Housing Cost

$6,630/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $6,000/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$6,000/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

River Hawks

School Colors

orange and maroon

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Centennial Conference

Total Male Athletes

341

Total Female Athletes

235

Intramural Sports

14

Sports Club

14

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Football

Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Cheerleading-Dance Team

Cross Country

Field Hockey

Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. At SU, $13,140 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The average meal plan at SU costs around $6,000 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The university considers the safety and security of its students to be paramount. At SU, campus safety and security features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the university are 44% and 56%, respectively.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$39,000/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$54,100/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$23,250 - $27,000

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$241 - $280

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

99%

Average Aid Per Year

$32,636

Students Receiving Federal Grants

32%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,418

Students Receiving State Aid

32%

Average Aid Per Year

$3,489

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

99%

Average Aid Per Year

$30,083

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$41,366

$30K - $48K

$39,906

$48K - $75K

$37,214

$75K - $110K

$32,982

> $110K

$28,011

Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$49,073,096

Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants

$14,060,036

The financial aid department of Susquehanna University helps students by assisting them with scholarships, grants, and student loans in the event that they find the fees and the cost of living at the campus to be expensive. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $4,849, whereas the financial aid is $32,340. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $3,642 as well as institutional aid worth $32,340. At SU, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $49,073,096 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $14,060,036.

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