Penn State Brandywine

Penn State Brandywine is a vibrant and dynamic campus located in Media, Pennsylvania. Nestled in a picturesque suburban setting, the campus offers a unique blend of academic rigor and community engagement.

1,223

Students

95%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,223

Classification

Comprehensive

Type

Public, State-related

Religious Affiliation

None

Website

brandywine.psu.edu

This close-knit campus is part of the renowned Pennsylvania State University system, providing students with the resources and opportunities of a large university while maintaining the personal touch and intimate environment of a smaller college. At Penn State Brandywine, students benefit from dedicated faculty, diverse academic programs, and abundant extracurricular activities that foster personal and professional growth. The campus is deeply committed to sustainability and service learning, encouraging students to make a positive impact locally and globally. With a strong focus on both academic excellence and community involvement, Penn State Brandywine prepares its students not only for successful careers but also for meaningful lives.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Penn State Brandywine?

95% acceptance rate

Less Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1075

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.07

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

The most important factors Penn State Brandywine considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•Alumni/AE Relation

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Penn State Brandywine.

$ 35,628

In-state list price

$ 45,566

Out-of-state list price

$ 21,739

Average net price

$ 35,628

Merit Price™

Very Stingy

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Penn State Brandywine?

Town

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Average

Average winter temp

38°

Average summer temp

75°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Penn State Brandywine.

14:1

Student to faculty ratio

33%

4-year grad rate

51%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Penn State Brandywine are:

Business/Commerce, General
Psychology, General
Human Development and Family Studies, General

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Demographics

Who attends Penn State Brandywine?

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,223

Women

39%

Men

61%

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Housing

What's it like living at Penn State Brandywine?

$13,820

Room & Board

22

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Penn State Brandywine?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.07.

How much does Penn State Brandywine cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $35,628 to attend Penn State Brandywine.

How many people attend Penn State Brandywine?

1,223 people attend Penn State Brandywine. 1,223 are undergraduate students and 0 are graduate students.

Where is Penn State Brandywine located?

Penn State Brandywine is located in Media, Pennsylvania. It is in a Town environment.

Can I get into Penn State Brandywine with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 32% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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