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Clarks Summit University - South Abington Township,Pennsylvania

51%

Acceptance Rate

$13,036

Avg.Financial Aid

002670

FAFSA Code

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Clarks Summit University

Type Control of Institution - Public/Private
Private, Not-For-Profit
Acceptance Rate:
N/A
Level
4 Years
Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.
Baptist
Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.
MSCHE
Website
https://www.clarkssummitu.edu/
Student Population Number of Students attending College
768
On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?
Yes

Clarks Summit-University is a public university located at South Abington in Pennsylvania. The university has a Christian Religious Affiliation. The university aims to give a Biblical dimension to higher education by providing Christ-centered academic programs.

The university has an acceptance rate of 43%.
There are 44 full-time faculty members including 26 doctorate holders. The student-faculty ratio at the university is 10:1.
There is a total of 738 students at the university. This includes 512 full-time students and 226 part-time enrollments.
The retention rate for full-time students is 68% and for part-time students is 29%.
There is a 55% total graduation rate at the university.
The university is accredited by Association for Biblical Higher Education Commission on Accreditation and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Clarks Summit University, which is located in South Abington Township, Pennsylvania is a private, Baptist university. Clarks Summit University is home to an ethnically diverse student body. At CSU around 81% are white, 7% are Black or African American, and 6% belong to Hispanic ethnicity. Further, around 77% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 50% of the students are females and 50% are males. For any university, alumni play a significant role. From sharing their expertise to acting as role models for prospective students, they have an active role in mentoring them. And CSU has a long list of achievers who call this university their home. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. Further, it boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. Taking into account all the undergraduate and graduate degrees, including both residential and online, CSU offers around 88 programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation, and Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Phone:

5705862400

Fax:

5705861753

Address

538 Venard Rd

Rankings

As long as US universities are concerned, the rankings which are provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere. The two popular publications, US News and Forbes, are among the most trusted publications when it comes to the rankings of an educational institution. The ranking of a university plays an important role in helping a prospective candidate choosing the right university. It helps them assess the university's performance based on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. However, it is to be noted that Clarks Summit University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings by these two publications.

Admissions

Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.
FALSE
Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.
51%
SAT Range
N/A
SAT/ACT
Recommended
ACT Range
N/A
High School GPA
Required
Application Fee
$40
Accept Common App
None

Admission to CSU is moderately difficult. However, the university is selective in taking in students. To kickstart the admission process at CSU, the candidates have to fill an application form and submit a fee of $40. As a general rule, securing a good score in a standardised test like SAT or ACT improves an applicant’s chances of securing admission. However, at Clarks Summit University, the average SAT or ACT scores of students securing admission is not available. The candidates can apply for the courses online. However, in case they need information or want to feel the vibes, they visit the school's office at 538 Venard Rd, South Abington Township, Pennsylvania 18411-1250. They can also call them at (570) 586-2400.

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Annual Cost to Attend

Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.
$19,704
Average Annual Cost
$23,890

Additional Costs:

Books And Supplies
$32,910
Other Fees
$N/A
Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.
$6,320
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,700

Total One Year Cost

$32,910

Before applying to CSU, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The annual full-time cost of attendance comes out to be approximately $36,678. The average annual tuition cost ($26,082), books and supplies ($1,000), room and boarding ($6,490), and budget for other expenses ($2,301) are all included in this cost. For students seeking financial assistance, the university offers a number of options.

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Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Student:Faculty Ratio

11:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

65%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

56%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

N/A

Faculty Overview

61%

Male Professors

39%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Student Body

Undergraduate Students

531

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

54%

Full-time / Part-time

62% / 38%

Students Gender

Male

50%

US National: 44%

Female

50%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

85%

Unknown

Black

Hispanic

Two or more races

Non Resident alien

Asian

American Indian/Alaska native

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

Geographic Density

High

Unknown Location

45%

Out Of State

46%

In State

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$62,402 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 96% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

Freshmen Live on Campus

96%

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$2,380/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $3,940/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$3,940/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Defenders

School Colors

royal blue and white

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Not applicable

Total Male Athletes

N/A

Total Female Athletes

N/A

Intramural Sports

N/A

Sports Club

N/A

Campus Security

On-campus housing facilities are offered to the students who wish to remain nearby. A candidate will be needed to pay a normal expense of $6,490 per year for living on campus. To ensure the safety and security of students, the university has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol. The university has enrolled around 50% male and 50% female students.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$24,900/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$32,000/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$16,270 - $16,270

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$169 - $169

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

100%

Average Aid Per Year

$13,036

Students Receiving Federal Grants

68%

Average Aid Per Year

$3,602

Students Receiving State Aid

23%

Average Aid Per Year

$3,797

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

91%

Average Aid Per Year

$10,686

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$10,000

$30K - $48K

$10,000

$48K - $75K

$10,000

$75K - $110K

$10,000

> $110K

$7,143

As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at CSU to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $4,157, whereas the financial aid is $12,712. The university provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $3,739 and institutional aid worth $12,712.

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