Pennsylvania State University--World Campus

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#16 Overall Score: 56.0 Best Online Bachelors Programs

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Bachelor's Program Overview

Pennsylvania State University--World Campus, a public institution, has been offering online bachelor's degree programs since 2000-2001. All of the classes are recorded and archived online, so students can access lecture material at their own convenience. When applying for the online programs at Pennsylvania State University--World Campus, it's important to note that the deadline is June 30.

Quick Stats
Academic year founded 2000-2001
Total enrollment 3,230
2012-2013 Tuition $504 per credit (in-state)
$504 per credit (out-of-state)
Application deadline June 30
Admissions URL http://www.worldcampus.psu.edu/admissions
Admissions e-mail wdadmissions@outreach.psu.edu

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U.S. News Rankings

Faculty Credentials & Training rank 29
Faculty Credentials & Training score 69.6
Student Services & Technology rank 22
Student Services & Technology score 46.0
Student Engagement rank 29
Student Engagement score 54.2

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Application deadline (U.S. residents) June 30
Application deadline (international students) June 30
Priority application deadline N/A
Admissions website http://www.worldcampus.psu.edu/admissions
Director of admissions Martha Jordan
Admissions phone (800) 252-3592
Admissions E-mail wdadmissions@outreach.psu.edu
Denies admittance to qualified applicants No

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Academics

Maximum class size 25
Full-time instructional faculty that teach courses accessible online 268
Part-time instructional faculty that teach courses accessible online 237
Average online teaching experience 2 years
Five most popular majors
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 14%
Psychology, General 21%
Organizational Leadership 10%
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 12%
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 7%
Can earn degree entirely online Yes
Students enroll as online students No
Can earn degree entirely outside U.S. Yes
One-year retention rates
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Graduation rates
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Student Body

Total enrollment 3,230
Student gender distribution
Student gender distribution
New students who are first-time freshmen 4%
Average student age 31

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Technology & Support

Required Internet speed DSL
Instructor response expected within (hours) 24
24-7 live tech support No

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Paying for School

In-state, out-of-district tuition for U.S. students (per credit) $504
Out-of-state tuition for U.S. students (per credit) $504
Tuition for international students (per credit) $504
Financial aid available Both institutional and federal aid are available

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