At a glance
Average net price
$22,940
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
72.5%
Admission rate
55%
Undergrad size
1,156
In-state tuition
$56,550
Out-of-state tuition
$56,550
Cost of attendance
$71,348
Median earnings (10y)
$62,069
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,275
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 77.9%
- Locale
- Town
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (35%), humanities & arts (31%), social sciences (23%).
- STEM35%
- Health3%
- Business8%
- Humanities & arts31%
- Social sciences23%
- Biological sciences17.7%~204 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Interdisciplinary14.0%~161 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences11.9%~138 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology9.9%~114 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Computer science9.2%~106 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Business7.8%~90 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- English5.4%~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication5.4%~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics3.7%~43 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~31 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~16 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History1.4%~16 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~12 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.3%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
28 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sustainability Studies. | Bachelor's | 112 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 86 | $26,693 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 86 | $27,933 | $27,000 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 48 | $45,405 | $27,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | $26,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 40 | $29,292 | $27,000 |
| Business/Managerial Economics. | Bachelor's | 40 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | $27,000 |
| Public Health. | Bachelor's | 39 | $24,760 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 38 | $29,943 | $27,000 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 30 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 30 | $23,423 | $27,000 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | $27,000 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | $27,000 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 25 | — | $27,000 |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Community Organization and Advocacy. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 10 | $35,156 | — |
| Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 4 | $23,251 | $27,000 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Allegheny College
Allegheny College is a mid-sized institution located in Meadville, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,156 undergraduate students in a town setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Interdisciplinary, Social sciences.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Allegheny College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,940 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $56,550 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $71,348 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 72.5%, a strong completion outcome. 77.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $62,069 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Allegheny College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Interdisciplinary, Social sciences. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (35% of credentials), humanities & arts (31% of credentials), social sciences (23% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Allegheny College accepts 55% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,275. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Meadville, Pennsylvania (town), Allegheny College draws students from across Pennsylvania and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Allegheny College
Q.How much does Allegheny College cost?
The average net price at Allegheny College is $22,940 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $71,348.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Allegheny College?
Allegheny College has a 6-year graduation rate of 72.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Allegheny College?
Allegheny College admits 55% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Allegheny College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Allegheny College graduate earns $62,069 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Allegheny College?
Published tuition is $56,550 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Allegheny College located?
Allegheny College is located in Meadville, Pennsylvania (ZIP 16335).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Allegheny College at their official website.