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Pennsylvania Western University

California, PA

Pennsylvania Western University
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About This Campus

Located in the Laurel Highlands foothills of tree-blanketed southwestern Pennsylvania, Penn West at California rests on the banks of the Monongahela River in a peaceful rural college town setting. NSE students have access to outdoor recreation activities, including nationally recognized Ohio Pyle State Park and also to the city of Pittsburgh, often ranked a most livable city in America by national publications. NSE students are personally provided with opportunities to experience the variety the region presents. The university was founded in 1852 and presently focuses on taking an active role in the resurgence of the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. All residence halls have been newly constructed with climate controlled apartment-style design. Other extensive new construction includes academic buildings and recreational facilities. A 180 acre recreation complex is also readily available to students.

Location Information

California University of Pennsylvania is located 35 miles south of Pittsburgh in Southwestern Pennsylvania.

Helpful Information

Computer Science courses may be limited. Legal Studies courses may be limited. Course pre-requisites may be required.

2023/2024 Placement

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Host Payment
Closed
Home Payment
Closed

2024/2025 Placement

Learn more about Chance of Placement
and choosing alternate options.

Fast Facts

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Location | California
Population | 6,347
Enrollment | 6,885
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host
Term Dates
Fall | 08/23-12/10
Spring | 01/18-05/06

Campus Diversity

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1st Nation/Native | 1%
Asian | 2%
Black | 11%
Hawaiian/P.I. | 0%
Hispanic/Latino | 4%
Two or more | 4%
White | 76%
Other | 2%
International | 0%

Academics

RegistrationClosed Programs
Nursing and all online and graduate programs are closed to NSE students. Computer Science courses may be limited. Legal Studies courses may be limited.

Limitations
ACCESS TO ALL 100 or 200 LEVEL COURSES IS LIMITED.

Notable Academic Programs

  • Technology Studies
  • Communication Disorders
  • Golf Course Management
  • Sports Management
  • Music Technology

Unique Academic Programs

  • Technology Education
  • Professional Golf Management

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Accounting, Animal Sciences, Anthropology... ++ show all

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements
  • 2.5 GPA
Exchange Preferences
  • Full-year exchange Accepted
  • Single term exchange Accepted
Non-Native English Speakers
  • TOEFL: must have a score of 500.00 paper, 213.00 computer or 61.00 Internet
  • IELTS: must have a score of 5.00
Summer Exchange
  • Not available
International Students (Visa Students)
  • Will not accept
Canadian Students
  • Will accept Home/Host Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 03/01/23

Finances
  • Campus Budget
  • Fees are subject to change without notice.
  • Two semesters = one academic year
  • Three quarters = one academic year
Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students
  • Estimated cost: $5452.
  • Expect 5-15% increase for the subsequent academic year.
  • Figures are based on 15 hours. Actual costs may be greater or less depending upon your actual enrollment.
  • Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
  • See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Host Payment students.
Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students
  • No tuition/fees are paid to the host campus.
  • Figures do not include costs you will incur for course specific enrollment (e.g., laboratory courses, student teaching, studio art)
  • See below for credit hour restrictions and/or miscellaneous fees applicable to Home Payment students.
Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester
  • Host Payment: 18 ($322 per additional hour)
  • Home Payment: 18 ($322 per additional hour)

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose Amount Period Plan Status
Housing Deposit $100 Year Host & Home Mandatory
ID Card $5 Year Host & Home Mandatory

Important Notes: Student health insurance is required - medical evacuation & repatriation benefits must be included. University does not offer a student health insurance plan.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 03/01/23

On-Campus Housing Per Semester
  • On-Campus Housing
  • 37% living on campus
  • Double: $5208 (includes meals)
  • Per semester unless otherwise noted
Off-Campus Housing
  • Off-Campus Housing
  • Approximate monthly cost: $375
  • Proximity to campus: 2
  • Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Notes About Housing
No limit for on-campus, suite-style housing for NSE students if deadline for submission of housing/meal contract and $200 deposit is met. Nearby off-campus suite-style university affiliated apartment complex available including free shuttle to campus - recommended for upperclassmen. Cost $3,375 per semester / no meal plan required/included.

Meal Plans

Notes About Meal Plans
Meal plan is required for on-campus housing - cost included in $5,208 on-campus room & meals cost. Meal plans available to off-campus residents.

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 03/01/23

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $0 per semester.

Requirements

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