At a Glance
Cedar Crest College is a small private nonprofit university in Allentown, PA. Approximately 834 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 84% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 9 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 63/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
This school does not require standardized test scores for admission. SAT and ACT submissions are optional.
Location
Allentown, PA
Campus Identity
Cedar Crest College is a small private nonprofit university in Allentown, PA. Approximately 834 undergraduates are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 84% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 9 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 63/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
Cedar Crest College is a 1,000–4,999, urban school with NCAA D3 athletics. The campus is 67 miles from Paul's Beach, NJ and 9 miles from Bear Creek Mountain Resort.
Athletics
NCAA D3
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Beach Access
67 miles
Paul's Beach, NJ
Weather
Warm Climate
46°F avg school-year
Ski Town
Cedar Crest College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Bear Creek Mountain Resort, 9 miles away with 6 lifts and 86 skiable acres. All are within 22 miles of campus.
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Nearest Beach
Students at Cedar Crest College are 67 miles from Paul's Beach, NJ.
Paul's Beach, NJ
Ocean access within 66.8 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Allentown, PA
Allentown has a cool climate, with winters averaging 30°F in Jan and summers peaking around 76°F in Jul.
Station: ALLENTOWN LEHIGH VALLEY INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Cedar Crest College in PA earns a composite safety score of 63/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $46,314 |
| Fees | $600 |
| Room & Board | $13,406 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $60,320 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
74 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cedar Crest College located?
Cedar Crest College is located in Allentown, PA. The main campus address is 100 College Drive, Allentown, PA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at Cedar Crest College?
Cedar Crest College has an acceptance rate of 84%, making it accessible. Out of 1,362 applicants, 1,145 were admitted in the most recent year. 834 enrolled.
How many students attend Cedar Crest College?
Cedar Crest College enrolls 834 undergraduates. That figure counts degree-seeking undergraduate students across all years, not just the incoming class, and it excludes graduate students. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend Cedar Crest College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Cedar Crest College charges $46,314/year in tuition. Including room and board ($13,406/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $42,591/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $18,659/year — what students actually pay. Use Cedar Crest College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What NCAA division is Cedar Crest College in?
Cedar Crest College competes in NCAA Division III. Division III programs compete without athletic scholarships and emphasize academics alongside varsity sport.
Is Cedar Crest College the right fit for me?
Whether Cedar Crest College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (84% admit rate), avg net price ($18,659/year after aid), campus culture in Allentown, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Cedar Crest College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Cedar Crest College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- Allentown, PA
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
- NCAA
- NCAA D3
- School Year Weather
- Warm · 46°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 63/100
- Nearest Airport
- Allentown/Bethlehem, PA (ABE) · 6 mialso RDG (28 mi), TTN (43 mi)