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Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania admits nearly everyone — 93.1% of applicants. A feature, not a flaw: the page below asks whether Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania is worth attending, not whether you'll get in.
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Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania anchors the college town of Bloomsburg, PA, where the public campus and town largely share a footprint.
Its highest-earning path is Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, where graduates median $89,958 four years out. Faculty pay averages $140,760 a year here — a rough proxy for what the school spends on the teaching itself.
Submitters admitted here typically landed between 970 and 1180 — below the PA middle for four-year schools. Put your own practice estimate on Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania's range with the SAT calculator, or bring a saved GPA from the grade tools.
Admissions
You can apply to Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania without scores. Among admitted students who did submit, the middle half landed between 970 and 1180; applicants below that range often simply apply without them.
| Score | 25th | 50th | 75th |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading & Writing | 490 | 550 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 480 | 540 | 580 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 | 25 |
Percentiles are among students who submitted scores (Fall 2023 admissions cycle).
In the Fall 2023 cycle, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania received 7,733 applications and admitted 7,327 (94.7%), with 2,434 enrolling.
How Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania compares
| Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania median | National median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acceptance rate | 93.1% | 82% | 77.2% |
| Tuition (in-state) | $11,046 | $33,730 | $19,591 |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $52,416 | $62,101 | $53,781 |
Ten years out, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania's median earnings are $52,416 — below the Pennsylvania benchmark of $62,101. Weigh that against the $11,046 price above; the by-major table shows majors drive much of this gap.
Cost, size & completion
As a public university, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania prices by residency: $11,046 in-state versus $22,870 out-of-state — a $11,824 gap that makes state lines part of the decision.
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania enrolls 9,210 undergraduates — mid-sized, with the trade-offs Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania's scale implies: more programs than a small college, more anonymity too.
54.5% graduate within six years. Roughly 46% don't — ask a Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania tour guide what happens to them and watch the answer carefully.
Top majors by earnings at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
| Bachelor's program | Median earnings, 4 yrs after completion |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $89,958 |
| Computer Science | $85,353 |
| Public Health | $75,679 |
| Physics | $73,703 |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | $73,383 |
| Security Science and Technology | $73,289 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $70,181 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $69,048 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $66,538 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $66,300 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $64,063 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $64,030 |
| Chemistry | $63,088 |
| Economics | $62,798 |
| Mathematics | $62,779 |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences | $60,075 |
| American Sign Language | $59,134 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | $56,381 |
| Political Science and Government | $56,161 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | $56,107 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $55,909 |
| Biology, General | $53,988 |
| Anthropology | $53,927 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $53,736 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $52,825 |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management | $52,571 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $51,949 |
| Sociology | $50,984 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services | $50,836 |
| Psychology, General | $49,137 |
| Education, General | $48,795 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $48,662 |
| Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services | $48,495 |
| Social Work | $48,454 |
| English Language and Literature, General | $46,990 |
| History | $46,133 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $46,030 |
| Music | $42,481 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | $33,682 |
Median earnings for these 39 Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania programs come from a different federal cohort than the campus-wide $52,416 above — compare rows to each other, not to that 10-year figure. 20 additional Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania programs have earnings withheld under federal privacy rules.
Frequently asked questions
What GPA and test scores do you need for Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania?
Among admitted students who submitted scores, the middle 50% scored 970–1180 on the SAT. There's no published GPA cutoff — pair these ranges with the 93.1% admission rate to judge your odds.
What is Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?
94.7% in the Fall 2023 cycle — 7,327 admitted from 7,733 applicants.
How much does Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania cost?
In-state tuition is $11,046; out-of-state students pay $22,870. Fees, housing and aid move the real total in both directions.
What do Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania graduates earn?
Federal data puts median earnings at $52,416 ten years after enrolling. The table above breaks this down by major.
Similar colleges in Pennsylvania
- Pennsylvania Western University — 94.3% admitted
- Pennsylvania State University-World Campus — 91.1% admitted
- Harrisburg University of Science and Technology — 87.4% admitted
- UPMC Mercy School of Nursing — 87.9% admitted
Run your own numbers
Data: U.S. Dept. of Education College Scorecard (Jun 2026), IPEDS ADM2023/HD2024. Retrieved 2026-09-01. Figures reflect the latest federal cohorts, which lag the current admissions cycle.