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Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania · Public

91%acceptance rate
980–1190SAT middle 50%
21–26ACT middle 50%
$18,004average net price, in-state

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania admitted 91% of 8,055 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 980–1190 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 54% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

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Early decision and early action

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • GPA

Important

  • Test scores
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

Considered

  • Essay
  • Recommendations

Not considered

  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.43 GPA. 9.8% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.012%
  • 3.75–3.9921%
  • 3.50–3.7424%
  • 3.25–3.4911%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.9914%
  • 2.00–2.495%
  • Under 2.00.3%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $26,470 in-state and $38,294 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $18,004 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$13,799
  • $30–48k$14,068
  • $48–75k$17,711
  • $75–110k$21,110
  • $110k+$23,167

Quick answers

What is Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate?

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania admitted 91% of applicants: 7,346 of 8,055 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 980 to 1190, with a median around 1090. A score at or above 1090 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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