Overview
Penn State Great Valley was established in 1969 as a graduate center of The Pennsylvania State University, located in Malvern, Pennsylvania, within the technology and business corridor of the Philadelphia suburbs. It was created to provide advanced professional education to working adults and organizations in fields such as engineering, business, technology, and healthcare, leveraging Penn State's broader academic resources while tailoring programs to regional workforce needs. The campus is best known for its flexible, career-focused graduate degrees and certificates designed for part-time and working students.
At a Glance
| Type | Public |
| Location | Malvern, Pennsylvania |
| Founded | 1969 |
| Total students | 1,000 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 12:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 70% |
| Graduation rate | 80% |
| Average starting salary | $85,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $21,000 |
| Room & board | N/A |
| Average financial aid | $8,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 40% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.30 |
| Regular deadline | Rolling |
Top Programs
- Business Administration (MBA)
- Data Analytics
- Software Engineering
- Systems Engineering
- Healthcare Informatics
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.