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About University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

open access admissionsengineering and business focuspublic baccalaureate college

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is a public liberal arts college in Johnstown, PA, known for its open access admissions, engineering and business focus, and public baccalaureate college. With an acceptance rate of 97%, UPJ is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 518 students each year. UPJ is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 985–1210, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. UPJ offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $9,793 per year; the sticker price of $41,972 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

97%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1098
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.00 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 985 – 1210 (test optional)

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ACTScore range: 22 – 27

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown

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Application Strategy
With a 97% acceptance rate, UPJ is a strong safety option, so focus your energy on making sure your transcript shows consistent grades and a genuine interest in your intended major rather than worrying about being competitive.
Application Strategy
UPJ offers strong programs in engineering technology, nursing, and business, so if you are applying to one of those programs, name it specifically in your application materials to show you have done your homework on what Johnstown campus actually offers.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$42k/yr$10.1k
30k-48k~$42k/yr$10.5k
48k-75k~$42k/yr$15.2k
75k-110k~$42k/yr$19.9k
110k+~$42k/yr$25.0k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

53%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$54k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
17:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,056
Undergrad Enrollment
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