Colleges in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to 216 colleges and universities, from large flagship research institutions to small liberal arts colleges and community colleges. Known for research universities and strong Greek life, Pennsylvania offers a range of environments for every type of student. Use the filters below to find the right fit by campus lifestyle, safety, tuition, and more.
Top Colleges by Enrollment
216 total in PennsylvaniaPennsylvania State University-Main Campus
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus is a public 4-year institution in University Park, PA. Enrollment: ~42,284 students. Admissions are accessible (61% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $35,946/year.
Temple University
Temple University is a public 4-year institution in Philadelphia, PA. Enrollment: ~20,970 students. Admissions are accessible (80% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $29,712/year.
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is a public 4-year institution in Pittsburgh, PA. Enrollment: ~20,370 students. Admissions are accessible (58% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $34,124/year.
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year institution in West Chester, PA. Enrollment: ~14,164 students. Admissions are accessible (78% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $19,290/year.
Drexel University
Drexel University is a private 4-year institution in Philadelphia, PA. Enrollment: ~13,233 students. Admissions are accessible (79% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $54,766/year.
University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania is a private 4-year institution in Philadelphia, PA. Enrollment: ~10,650 students. Admissions are highly selective (5% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $54,652/year.
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year institution in Bloomsburg, PA. Enrollment: ~9,210 students. Admissions are accessible (93% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $15,537/year.
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus
Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is a public 4-year institution in University Park, PA. Enrollment: ~7,877 students. Admissions are accessible (91% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $14,338/year.
Pennsylvania Western University
Pennsylvania Western University is a public 4-year institution in California, PA. Enrollment: ~7,451 students. Admissions are accessible (94% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $11,574/year.
Carnegie Mellon University
Carnegie Mellon University is a private 4-year institution in Pittsburgh, PA. Enrollment: ~7,304 students. Admissions are highly selective (12% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $57,560/year.
Villanova University
Villanova University is a private 4-year institution in Villanova, PA. Enrollment: ~6,938 students. Admissions are selective (27% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $58,290/year.
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year institution in Slippery Rock, PA. Enrollment: ~6,788 students. Admissions are accessible (71% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $11,574/year.
Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus
Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is a public 4-year institution in Indiana, PA. Enrollment: ~6,764 students. Admissions are accessible (91% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $13,890/year.
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year institution in Kutztown, PA. Enrollment: ~6,180 students. Admissions are accessible (91% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $11,574/year.
Lehigh University
Lehigh University is a private 4-year institution in Bethlehem, PA. Enrollment: ~5,898 students. Admissions are selective (26% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $56,980/year.
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year institution in Millersville, PA. Enrollment: ~5,728 students. Admissions are accessible (86% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $19,290/year.
Duquesne University
Duquesne University is a private 4-year institution in Pittsburgh, PA. Enrollment: ~5,350 students. Admissions are accessible (84% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $43,526/year.
Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia
Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia is a private 4-year institution in Philadelphia, PA. Enrollment: ~4,948 students. Admissions are accessible (89% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $47,740/year.
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year institution in East Stroudsburg, PA. Enrollment: ~4,814 students. Admissions are accessible (92% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $16,576/year.
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is a public 4-year institution in Shippensburg, PA. Enrollment: ~4,086 students. Admissions are accessible (87% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $10,048/year.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg is a public 4-year institution in Middletown, PA. Enrollment: ~4,031 students. Admissions are accessible (98% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $25,100/year.
Bucknell University
Bucknell University is a private 4-year institution in Lewisburg, PA. Enrollment: ~3,876 students. Admissions are selective (29% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $59,474/year.
Thomas Jefferson University
Thomas Jefferson University is a private 4-year institution in Philadelphia, PA. Enrollment: ~3,755 students. Admissions are accessible (81% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $41,900/year.
University of Scranton
University of Scranton is a private 4-year institution in Scranton, PA. Enrollment: ~3,554 students. Admissions are accessible (81% admit rate). Out-of-state tuition: $48,062/year.
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