Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto
Mont Alto, Pennsylvania · Public
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto admitted 96% of 591 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1085–1183 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 18% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto
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Early decision and early action
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
Considered
- Test scores
- Talent or ability
- Where you live
- State residency
Not considered
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.36 GPA. 16% 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 $33,030 in-state and $42,522 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $20,294 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto’s acceptance rate?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto admitted 96% of applicants: 566 of 591 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
What SAT score do you need for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Mont Alto?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1085 to 1183, with a median around 1145. A score at or above 1145 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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