About Susquehanna University
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
2,396
Website
www.susqu.eduAccreditation
MSCHE
Religious Affiliation
Evangelical Lutheran Church
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 $173 million (2019).
Rankings
It becomes easier for the aspirants to apply to a university and have their doubts regarding the same cleared if the university has a ranking. Considered one of the best publications when it comes to ranking universities, Forbes has placed Susquehanna University at the 453rd position on the latest list of top colleges. However, it is to be noted that the rankings are decided based on common metrics like acceptance rate, endowment, benefits, and SAT scores, among others.
Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
72%
SAT Range
N/A
ACT Range
N/A
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
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
$26,868
Average Annual Cost
$46,690
Books And Supplies
$1,200
Other Fees
$600
Room And Board
$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
Master's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
80%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$458
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
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
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
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
2,393
Socio-Economic Diversity
26%
Part-time
3%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
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 Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
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.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$39,000/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$54,100/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$241 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$32,636
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,418
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$3,489
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$30,083
Average Grant & Scholarship by 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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