Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, Pennsylvania · Public
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania admitted 89% of 7,628 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1070–1280 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 54% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
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Application deadlines
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application fee is $40, and Kutztown University of Pennsylvania accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Kutztown University of Pennsylvania rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- Class rank
Important
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Considered
- GPA
- Test scores
- Talent or ability
Not considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.36 GPA. 11% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $29,866 in-state and $35,070 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $21,856 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate?
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania admitted 89% of applicants: 6,821 of 7,628 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s application deadline?
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Kutztown University of Pennsylvania?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1070 to 1280, with a median around 1180. A score at or above 1180 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Kutztown University of Pennsylvania’s application fee?
The application fee is $40 for 2026–27, and Kutztown University of Pennsylvania accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does Kutztown University of Pennsylvania have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania asks 2 questions of its own on top of the main essay (one short answer, up to 250 words, plus an optional space for context, up to 500 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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