Estimating your eligibility
Admissions decisions for Penn State are based on a variety of factors that are viewed in relation to each other. The most important factor, the high school grade-point-average (GPA), accounts for approximately two-thirds of the admission decision. The remaining one-third of the decision is based on other factors, which may include standardized test scores (SAT or ACT), class rank, personal statements, and activities list. Penn State does not require a specific high school GPA or minimum standardized test scores. The ranges in the charts represent the middle 50 of students offered admission for fall 2007 - they are not cutoffs of averages. The charts are intended to give you a general idea of you admissibility to Penn State. In no way does it represent a promise or guarantee of admission.
GPA middle 50% ranges (PDF)
SAT middle 50% ranges (PDF)