Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre Admission
Acceptance Rate
96.99%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
15.03%
Freshmen Enrollment
92
SAT Scores
1,200
For the 2024-2025 admission, a total of 631 students have applied and 612 students have allowed to admit to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre (Acceptance rate: 96.99%). Penn State Wilkes-Barre's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 15.03 % where 92 students have finally enrolled out of 612 admitted students.
Penn State Wilkes-Barre acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Academy of Vocal Arts and All-State Career School, its acceptance rate is much higher (very easy to get in) (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 56.84%).
Penn State Wilkes-Barre enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is much higher (highly eager to enroll) (average yield is 58.88%).
How to Apply to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply Penn State Wilkes-Barre. Penn State Wilkes-Barre offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://wilkesbarre.psu.edu/current-students |
|---|---|
| Financial Aid | https://wilkesbarre.psu.edu/financial-aid |
| Net Price Calculator | https://tuition.psu.edu/student-tuition-calculators |
| Veterans Tuition | https://wilkesbarre.psu.edu/veterans-and-military |
| Disability Service | https://wilkesbarre.psu.edu/disability-services |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at Penn State Wilkes-Barre and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2025, the average SAT score at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre is 1,200. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre is higher (competitive score) than the schools (average score is 1,070). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre | 1,200 | 0 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,070 | 0 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania | 1,080 | 66 |
SAT Score by Subject
At Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre, 15 students submitted SAT scores (16% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,200 and it is higher (competitive score) than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Pennsylvania. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 550 | 600 | 680 |
| Mathematics | 540 | 600 | 650 |
| Total | 1,090 | 1,200 | 1,330 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: June 5, 2025)
Penn State Wilkes-Barre Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Wilkes-Barre. The school requires 3 items to submit - Secondary school GPA, Secondary school record, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Completion of college-preparatory program, Admission test scores, and Legacy status.
| Secondary school GPA | Required |
| Secondary school rank | Not Considered |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Not Considered |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Considered, if submitted |