Public
Pennsylvania State University - Penn State Berks
6-yr Graduation
32%
+5.0pp vs peer
Total enrollment
1,884
peer median 542
Avg net price
$24,356
+$6.8k vs peer
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About
Penn State Berks is a campus of the Pennsylvania State University system located in Reading, Pennsylvania. It serves a diverse student population and focuses on providing undergraduate education with an emphasis on personalized learning, research, and community engagement.
Admissions & acceptance rate
First-time freshman admissions: how selective the college is, and how many admitted students choose to enroll.
Applied
6,030
6,030 candidates competed
Admitted
5,950
98.7% acceptance rate
Enrolled
561
9.4% yield
Graduation rate & outcomes
Completion, retention, and the equity gap between Pell and non-Pell students.
Overall completion
32%+5.0pp vs peer
Overall completion
32%+5.0pp vs peer
4-year graduation
23%
4-year graduation
23%
6-year graduation (bachelor’s)
30%
6-year graduation (bachelor’s)
30%
Full-time retention
77%
Full-time retention
77%
Pell equity
12.0pp gap
Pell recipients
40%69 of 172
Non-Pell (all)
28%116 of 415
Subsidized loan, no Pell
37%65 of 174
No Federal Aid
21%51 of 241
Pell recipients here graduate at a 12.0-point higher rate than non-Pell students, unusual and worth a closer look.
Source: IPEDS Graduation Rates (GR) — Pell/SSL cohort, 2024 cohort.
Tuition & cost
What families actually pay, broken down by family income.
Net price by family income
Aid exceeds costFamily pays
Negative values mean aid exceeds the published cost of attendance for that income band.
Avg net price
$24,356
+$6,759vs peer median $17,597
Federal loans
51.8%
In-state tuition
$15,972
Out-of-state
$26,958
Student loan default rate
The share of student borrowers who default on federal loans within three years, against the national benchmark.
Of 17,838 borrowers who entered repayment, 254 (1.4%) defaulted within three years — below the 2.3% national rate.
Default rate
1.4%
-0.9pp vs 2.3% national
Borrowers in repayment
17,838
Defaulted
254
Measurement window
3 years
Federal CDR standard
Default rate vs national, by cohort
2016
4.9%-4.4
2017
5.0%-4.2
2018
4.0%-3.0
2019
1.4%-0.9
2020*
0.0%
This institutionNational rate
* Cohorts 2020 and later read near 0% because the federal COVID-19 payment pause (CARES Act) suspended defaults nationwide. These years reflect a national policy, not institutional performance; the 2019 cohort is the last measured under normal repayment.
Academic programs at PSU
Top program areas ranked by completions.
Distinct CIP programs37
UndergraduateOffered
GraduateOffered
Top program families by completions
267 total completions
01Business
6223.2%
01Business
6223.2%
02Biological Sciences
3412.7%
02Biological Sciences
3412.7%
03Engineering
3212.0%
03Engineering
3212.0%
04Computer Sciences
3212.0%
04Computer Sciences
3212.0%
05Psychology
259.4%
05Psychology
259.4%
06Engineering Tech
217.9%
06Engineering Tech
217.9%
07Parks/Recreation
197.1%
07Parks/Recreation
197.1%
08Multi/Interdisciplinary
166.0%
08Multi/Interdisciplinary
166.0%
09Health Professions
166.0%
09Health Professions
166.0%
10Communication
103.7%
10Communication
103.7%
Enrollment trends & demographics
Fall headcount, 12-month unduplicated enrollment, and student body composition.
Fall total
1,884
12-mo unduplicated
2,120
Undergraduate
2,107
Graduate
13
Gender split
Men
57%1,201
Women
43%919
Race / ethnicity composition
White
57.9%
Hispanic
15.5%
Asian
8.9%
Black
8.6%
Non-resident
3.6%
Two or more
3.5%
Unknown
1.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
Athletics & Title IX gender equity
How athletic participation, aid, and spending are split between men and women.
Athletes
162
94 M · 68 W
Women athletes
42.0%
Athletic aid
$0
Total student aid
Budget
$1.4M
Total expenses
Men vs women · spending splits
Athletic student aid
$0
$0
Recruiting expense
$746
$8K
Head-coach salaries
$12K
$13K
Men Women
Sport-by-sport · 8
Sport
Men
Women
Expenses
Soccer
28
17
$120,703
Soccer
28 M · 17 W
Baseball
29
—
$96,106
Baseball
29 M · —
Basketball
14
13
$113,827
Basketball
14 M · 13 W
Tennis
6
11
$32,180
Tennis
6 M · 11 W
Cross Country
7
8
$31,434
Cross Country
7 M · 8 W
Softball
—
15
$64,515
Softball
— · 15 W
Campus safety & crime statistics
Reported on-campus crimes over the last three years, including violence and hate crimes.
Criminal offenses · per 1,000 students
8.74
17 offenses · 1,944 students
3-year trend
6.261 yr ago8.74Latest
Offenses · 3-yr
43
Last three years
VAWA · 3-yr
23
DV, dating, stalking
Hate crimes · 3-yr
4
Res-hall fires · 3-yr
2
Criminal offenses by type
Rape
8
Burglary
3
Aggravated assault
3
Fondling
2
Arson
1
By location
17total
- On campus17
Includes 10 in residence halls (a subset of on-campus, not added to the total).
VAWA offenses
1
Domestic violence
1
Dating violence
6
Stalking
8 total under the Violence Against Women Act.
Hate crimes by bias
No hate crimes reported.
Arrests vs disciplinary referrals
CategoryArrestsReferrals
Weapons00
Drugs03
Liquor280
Residence-hall fires
- Ivy House1 fireUnknown individual ignited paper attached to door whiteboardDamage $0-$99
Student-faculty ratio
Student-to-faculty ratio and instructional staff counts.
Student-to-faculty
13.0:1
Instructional staff (full-time equivalent)
108
PSU vs Peer comparison
The peer institutions PSU selected for federal comparison reporting.
This institutionPeer median
A larger shape on any axis means this institution outperforms its peers on that dimension. For acceptance rate and net price, lower raw values are inverted so "more selective" and "more affordable" appear larger.
| Carnegie | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SubjectPennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks | 32% | — | 1,884 | $24,356 | — |
| 16% | 98.1% | 2,371 | $22,213 | — | |
| 22% | 95.7% | 482 | $17,418 | — | |
| 25% | 98.1% | 1,236 | $22,585 | — | |
| 36% | 95.5% | 405 | $14,596 | — | |
| 18% | 96.5% | 352 | $15,521 | — | |
| 21% | 96.4% | 502 | $17,597 | — | |
| 18% | 97.4% | 867 | $18,220 | — | |
| 27% | 98.2% | 582 | $19,454 | — | |
| 22% | 95.3% | 421 | $18,305 | — | |
| 29% | 96.6% | 624 | $19,659 | — | |
| 30% | 92.2% | 265 | $18,095 | — | |
| 19% | 97.0% | 315 | $16,448 | — | |
| 62% | 88.2% | 477 | $13,807 | — | |
| 65% | 88.3% | 1,544 | $16,403 | — | |
| 57% | 83.0% | 2,482 | $16,798 | — | |
| 53% | 86.7% | 745 | $10,875 | — | |
| — | 0.0% | 173 | — | — | |
| Peer group median | 27% | 95.7% | 542 | $17,597 |
Institutions like PSU
Explore the federal data for institutions in PSU's comparison group.
- Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Grad rate16%Admit rate98.1%Enrollment2,371Net price$22,213View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver
Grad rate22%Admit rate95.7%Enrollment482Net price$17,418View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine
Grad rate25%Admit rate98.1%Enrollment1,236Net price$22,585View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Fayette- Eberly
Grad rate36%Admit rate95.5%Enrollment405Net price$14,596View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Greater Allegheny
Grad rate18%Admit rate96.5%Enrollment352Net price$15,521View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hazleton
Grad rate21%Admit rate96.4%Enrollment502Net price$17,597View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Lehigh Valley
Grad rate18%Admit rate97.4%Enrollment867Net price$18,220View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto
Grad rate27%Admit rate98.2%Enrollment582Net price$19,454View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State New Kensington
Grad rate22%Admit rate95.3%Enrollment421Net price$18,305View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill
Grad rate29%Admit rate96.6%Enrollment624Net price$19,659View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Shenango
Grad rate30%Admit rate92.2%Enrollment265Net price$18,095View data - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
Grad rate19%Admit rate97.0%Enrollment315Net price$16,448View data - Connecticut
University of Connecticut-Avery Point
Grad rate62%Admit rate88.2%Enrollment477Net price$13,807View data - Connecticut
University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus
Grad rate65%Admit rate88.3%Enrollment1,544Net price$16,403View data - Connecticut
University of Connecticut-Stamford
Grad rate57%Admit rate83.0%Enrollment2,482Net price$16,798View data - Connecticut
University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus
Grad rate53%Admit rate86.7%Enrollment745Net price$10,875View data - Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin-Parkside Flex
Grad rate—Admit rate0.0%Enrollment173Net price—View data
Campus network
PSU is a campus of a larger institution. See its main campus and the other campuses in the same network.
Part ofPennsylvania State University-Main CampusUniversity Park, PA · Main campus
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Penn State Abington
Abington, PAView data - PA
Penn State Altoona
Altoona, PAView data - PA
Penn State Beaver
Monaca, PAView data - PA
Penn State Brandywine
Media, PAView data - PA
Penn State DuBois
DuBois, PAView data - PA
Penn State Erie-Behrend College
Erie, PAView data - PA
Penn State Fayette- Eberly
Lemont Furnace, PAView data - PA
Penn State Great Valley
Malvern, PAView data - PA
Penn State Greater Allegheny
McKeesport, PAView data - PA
Penn State Harrisburg
Middletown, PAView data - PA
Penn State Hazleton
Hazleton, PAView data - PA
Penn State Lehigh Valley
Center Valley, PAView data - PA
Penn State Mont Alto
Mont Alto, PAView data - PA
Penn State New Kensington
New Kensington, PAView data - PA
Penn State Schuylkill
Schuylkill Haven, PAView data - PA
Penn State Scranton
Dunmore, PAView data - PA
Penn State Shenango
Sharon, PAView data - PA
Penn State Wilkes-Barre
Dallas, PAView data - PA
Penn State York
York, PAView data - Main campusPA
World Campus
University Park, PAView data
PSU Institutional Research office
The IR team responsible for the institution's federal reporting.
Office
Office of Planning, Assessment, and Institutional Research
Reports to Office of the Provost
Phone
814-863-8721
Address
203 Rider Building, University Park, Pennsylvania 16802
The Institutional Research team within OPAIR supports individual unit endeavors toward organizational excellence by making institutional data and strategic information easily accessible, clearly understood and well-leveraged both within the University and across the Commonwealth.
Visit IR office pageTeam
15 members
- Carly SunseriAssistant Vice Provost for Institutional Research
- Kim MarchekLead Data Process Analyst
- Katarina DurasovaDirector of Data Modeling
- Sravani GogulamudiBusiness Intelligence Specialist
- Jeffrey MolekBusiness Intelligence Specialist
- Bhavya PidikitiBusiness Intelligence Specialist
- Aaron TippettDirector of Data Science and Analytics
- Sandy TakAssociate Director of Data Science and Analytics
- Xianzeng NiuData Scientist
- Humaira RahmanData Analyst
- Yuanhong ZhuData Scientist
- Aida Ali AkreyiDirector of Institutional Reporting
- Cheryl MurphyInstitutional Reporting Programmer
- Holly PedriInstitutional Reporting Specialist
- Russ RichinsInstitutional Data Analyst
Common Data Set
PSU's own annual Common Data Set: the most detailed self-reported reference for selectivity, cost, outcomes, and the student body.
Source publications
Reports & documents (5)
Dashboards, factbooks, data dictionaries, and other reference material published by the IR office.
- Data definitionDefinitions | Office of Planning, Assessment, and Institutional ResearchThe Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks page on institutional data definitions outlines categories such as Instruction, Instructional Support, Research, Public Service, and Other University Service. It details what activities fall under each category, how to report hours spent, and provides instructions on entering data into the system. The emphasis is on accurately reporting time spent in different types of university-related activities and ensuring the data is saved correctly in the database.opair.psu.edu
- Data dictionaryData Digest2026The Data Digest is a project by the Office of Planning, Assessment, and Institutional Research at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks. It falls under the category of institutional research, providing insights through projects, dashboards, and reports. It is accessible from the university's institutional research page as part of their continuous efforts in strategic planning, assessment, and accreditation.opair.psu.edu
- DFR reportIPEDS Data Feedback Report 20242024nces.ed.gov
- GlossaryGlossary of Terms | Strategic PlanThis glossary from Penn State Berks outlines terms related to the university's strategic plan. Covering areas such as student success, research excellence, land-grant impact, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, it provides clear definitions to ensure consistent understanding of key concepts. The glossary includes terms like 'Student Success,' 'High-impact practices,' 'Diversity,' and 'Fair hiring practices,' reflecting the institution's values and efforts in fostering an inclusive and impactful academic environment.strategicplan.psu.edu
- Strategic planPenn State Strategic Plan2025The Penn State Strategic Plan seeks to elevate the university's global standing through improved student education, innovative research, and community engagement. It emphasizes inclusivity, healthcare transformation, and operational efficiency to support its mission. The plan, shaped by community input, aims for impactful change across six priority areas, aligning with the university's land-grant responsibilities.strategicplan.psu.edu
Frequently asked questions about Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks
Quick answers to the questions most often asked about PSU.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks reports a 6-year graduation rate of 32% per the latest IPEDS.
How many students attend Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks reports a total enrollment of 1,884 students per the latest IPEDS.
What is the average net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?
The average net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks is $24,356 per the latest College Scorecard. Net price is the published cost of attendance minus grant aid.
What is the yield rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks's yield rate is 9.4%, the share of admitted students who enrolled, per the latest IPEDS.
Where is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks located?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks is located in Reading, Pennsylvania 19610-1016.
Who runs Institutional Research at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks's IR work is done by the Office of Planning, Assessment, and Institutional Research, which reports to Office of the Provost.
About the data on this page
Every figure comes from an official federal or public source. Here is each one and the release it is currently on.
IPEDS2025 provisional data (Fall 2025–26 release, July 28, 2026)
Enrollment, completions, graduation rates, tuition, financial aid, staffing, and finance for every U.S. institution in federal student aid programs.
College ScorecardJune 10, 2026 release (merged 2025–26 files)
Institution and field-of-study costs, graduate earnings, debt, completion, and admissions outcomes compiled from federal aid records, tax data, and IPEDS.
FVT/GE program performanceProvisional preview, May 18, 2026 release
Program-level debt-to-earnings and earnings-premium measures behind the FVT/GE and STATS accountability frameworks.
DAPIP accreditationContinuously refreshed
Accreditation status for institutions and programs, reported by recognized accrediting agencies.
Federal Pell Grant volumeAY 2025–26 (through Q3), through March 31, 2026
Pell Grant recipient counts, award amounts, and disbursements by institution and award year.
Federal student loan volumeAY 2025–26 (through Q3), through March 31, 2026
Federal Direct Loan recipient counts and disbursement volume by institution and award year.
Cohort Default RatesFY 2022 official rates
Institution-level federal student loan default rates, measuring borrowers who default within three years of entering repayment.
Equity in Athletics (EADA)Academic year 2024–25
Athletics participation, coaching, revenues, and expenses by sport and gender for Title IV institutions.
Campus Safety & SecurityData through reporting year 2024
Criminal offenses, arrests, disciplinary actions, VAWA offenses, and fire statistics reported by campus under the Clery Act.
Last reviewed July 2026All data sources & release dates →
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