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University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

Johnstown, Pennsylvania · Public

95%acceptance rate
1020–1260SAT middle 50%
23–28ACT middle 50%
$17,909average net price, in-state

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown admitted 95% of 3,436 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1020–1260 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 54% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

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Early decision and early action

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Class rank
  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.53 GPA. 20% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.034%
  • 3.75–3.9911%
  • 3.50–3.7416%
  • 3.25–3.4912%
  • 3.00–3.249%
  • 2.50–2.9913%
  • 2.00–2.494%
  • Under 2.02%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $32,468 in-state and $44,342 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $17,909 on average (in-state).

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

  • $0–30k$10,031
  • $30–48k$12,642
  • $48–75k$17,645
  • $75–110k$22,346
  • $110k+$23,540

Quick answers

What is University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown’s acceptance rate?

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown admitted 95% of applicants: 3,247 of 3,436 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1020 to 1260, with a median around 1140. A score at or above 1140 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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