York College Pennsylvania provides a variety of program options for students to guide them in their growth and development. The school is located in York, Pennsylvania and operated as a private institution. Nearly 5,600 students enroll at York College Pennsylvania per year.
Students can pick from several areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Education
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
To be considered for admissions, you may be required to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit test scores or other school records, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1450 to 1720 for the SAT exam and in a range of 20 to 25 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to York College Pennsylvania. YCP has an acceptance rate of around 73% of which only 15% decided to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found from the school site or by requesting an admission packet here.
The cost of tuition is around $17,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attendance. Student housing is available for students, which costs approximately $5,500 annually. York College Pennsylvania may offer financial aid for students that are eligible as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The mascot for York College Pennsylvania is the "Spartans", and they participate in intercollegiate sports through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
Students may visit the YCP website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the candidates YCP accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at York College Pennsylvania is around 4,700 students. The student body is made up of 96% undergraduate students and 19% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $16,000-$20,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $510 to $610 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $7,368 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 76% | $11,077 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, York College Pennsylvania may provide student services like those listed below:- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Graduation Rates
YCP has an overall graduation rate which is around 58%.
| Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
|---|---|
| Students Graduating in 4 Years | 37% |
| Graduating in 5 Years | 17% |
| Graduating in 6 Years | 3% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Music Program
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
York College Pennsylvania is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III (without football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Capital Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Capital Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by York College Pennsylvania by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A, B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B, M)
- Advertising and Marketing (B)
- Accounting (B)
- Finance (B)
- Information Systems (B)
- Hospitality Administration and Management (B)
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management (B)
- Entrepreneurship (B)
- Management Information Systems and Services (B)
Communication Technology
Communications and Journalism
- Public Relations (B)
- Media Studies (B)
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer Science (B)
Education
- Early Childhood Education (B)
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs (B)
- Mathematics Teacher Education (B)
- Education (M)
- English and Language Arts Teacher Education (B)
- Social Studies Teacher Education (B)
- Music Teacher Education (B)
- Spanish Language Teacher Education (B)
- Biology Teacher Education (B)
- Science Teacher (B)
- Middle School Teacher (B)
Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering (B)
- Electrical Engineering (B)
- Computer Engineering (B)
English Language and Literature
- Technical and Business Writing (B)
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
- Nursing Administration (M)
- Respiratory Therapy (A, B)
- Radiologic Technology (B)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (B)
- Nursing Practice (D)
- Nuclear Medicine (B)
- Medical Technology (B)
- Adult Health Nurse
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Management (B)
- Parks and Recreation (B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- International Relations (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Economics (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to York College Pennsylvania.
- Pennsylvania State University - Penn State York in York, PA (2 miles away)
- Millersville University of Pennsylvania in Millersville, PA (20 miles away)
- Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD (42 miles away)
- Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania in Shippensburg, PA (42 miles away)
- Coppin State University in Baltimore, MD (44 miles away)
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact York College Pennsylvania for official up-to-date information.
