Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Commonwealth University’s 93% acceptance rate means prepared applicants have a strong path in, but the 56% graduation rate makes fit and follow-through especially important. If you choose to submit scores, aim for about 1190 SAT or higher to land near the upper end of the enrolled-student range.
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Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania facts and stats
Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania enrolls about 9,847 undergraduates. Commonwealth University has a 78% freshman retention rate, above the national average of roughly 70%, and a 56% 6-year graduation rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 19:1.
Bloomsburg, PA
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Key Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Coming soon
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to test-optional Commonwealth University, aim to take your first test by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes, especially if superscoring could improve your application, and make your final fall sitting the latest one that will send scores before the Regular Decision deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
Commonwealth University’s in-state tuition is $7,994, while out-of-state tuition is $19,986. About 51% of students receive aid, and the average merit award is $6,069.
Out-of-state tuition at Commonwealth University is $19,986, while in-state tuition is $7,994; room and board adds $11,968. About 51% of students receive aid, with an average aid package of $13,115. The average merit award is $6,069. Students graduate with an average debt of $31,905.
Student life at Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
70% of undergrads live on campus
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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