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York College of Pennsylvania

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world rank  2272

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Overview

Founded in 1787, the York College of Pennsylvania is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of York (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, York College of Pennsylvania (YCP) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. York College of Pennsylvania (YCP) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 237-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. YCP also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

York College of Pennsylvania's Control Typeprivate

Entity

York College of Pennsylvania's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

York College of Pennsylvania' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

York College of Pennsylvania's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym YCP
Founded 1787
Motto Servire Est Vivere
To Serve Is to Live
Colours Green and white
Mascot Spartan
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University Location

Address 441 Country Club Road
York
17403-3651 Pennsylvania
United States
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York College of Pennsylvania Phone Number +1 (717) 846 7788
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following York College of Pennsylvania's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify York College of Pennsylvania's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This York College of Pennsylvania's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at York College of Pennsylvania.

York College of Pennsylvania: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic York College of Pennsylvania's admission information.

York College of Pennsylvania's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


York College of Pennsylvania's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has York College of Pennsylvania a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

York College of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is considered but not required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is considered but not required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


York College of Pennsylvania's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


York College of Pennsylvania's Admission Office Admission Office

441 Country Club Road
York 17403
(717) 849 1600
800 455 8018

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for York College of Pennsylvania.

York College of Pennsylvania's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

York College of Pennsylvania has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


York College of Pennsylvania's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


York College of Pennsylvania's Control Type Control Type

York College of Pennsylvania is a private higher education institution.


York College of Pennsylvania's Entity Type Entity Type

York College of Pennsylvania is a non-profit higher education institution.


York College of Pennsylvania's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


York College of Pennsylvania's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

York College of Pennsylvania does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official York College of Pennsylvania's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Size & Setting Four-year, medium, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Business-dominant, with other professional programs

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of York College of Pennsylvania's main facilities:


York College of Pennsylvania's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit York College of Pennsylvania's Library

York College of Pennsylvania's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 123,184 physical volumes, 9,714 physical media, 779,491 digital/electronic media and 75 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 10 full-time employees, including 5 librarians. York College of Pennsylvania's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

York College of Pennsylvania's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the York College of Pennsylvania provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,252 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

York College of Pennsylvania's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of York College of Pennsylvania's main services:


York College of Pennsylvania's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

York College of Pennsylvania's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

York College of Pennsylvania's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

York College of Pennsylvania's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

York College of Pennsylvania's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


York College of Pennsylvania's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

York College of Pennsylvania is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important York College of Pennsylvania's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs
  • American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Commission on Sport Management Accreditation
  • Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
  • National Recreation and Park Association


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important York College of Pennsylvania's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

York College of Pennsylvania's Facebook page York College of Pennsylvania's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

York College of Pennsylvania's YouTube channel York College of Pennsylvania's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

York College of Pennsylvania's Instagram page York College of Pennsylvania's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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