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Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

#595 in Colleges with the Best Professors in America
  • 4 Year
  • Cheyney, PA
  • 265 reviews
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    C-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C
    2. Value
      C
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      C-
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      B
    8. Location
      C
    9. Dorms
      B-
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      C-
    12. Safety
      C
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    Cheyney is a public university located in Thornbury Township, Pennsylvania in the Philadelphia Area. As a historically black college, Cheyney has a strong history of and commitment to the education of black Americans. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 671 undergraduate students. The Cheyney acceptance rate is 100%. Popular majors include Sociology, Business, and Liberal Arts and Humanities. Graduating 26% of students, Cheyney alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $21,600.
    About Cheyney University of Pennsylvania...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference
    Address
    1837 University Circle
    Cheyney, PA 19319
    Website
    cheyney.edu
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    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    100%
    Application Deadline
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    SAT Range
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    ACT Range
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    Application Fee
    $25
    SAT/ACT
    —
    High School GPA
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    Early Decision/Early Action
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $14,485/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $8,085/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    94%

    Academics

    Professors
    B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    13:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    86%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.14 responses
    54%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.13 responses
    77%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.13 responses
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    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Sociology
      32 Graduates
    • Business
      22 Graduates
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      21 Graduates
    • Psychology
      18 Graduates
    • Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
      14 Graduates
    • Biology
      9 Graduates
    • Communications
      7 Graduates
    • Information Science
      5 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      4 Graduates
    • English
      3 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    671Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    52
    Undergrads Over 25
    9%
    Pell Grant
    74%
    Varsity Athletes
    22%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 9 responses
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    • Hardworking
      67%
    • Cultural
      22%
    • I say half are hardworking & others just party
      11%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
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    Poll
    45%
    of students say that Greek life is pretty big.22 responses
    Poll
    44%
    of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.25 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 9 responses
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    • Once you come it'll be hard to leave
      44%
    • Make the best of hat you have
      22%
    • difficult
      11%
    • Hardwork and determination
      11%
    • Incoming freshmen, feeling optimistic
      11%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $29,400/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    26%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    92%
    National
    83%
    89%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.9 responses
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    Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Reviews

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    Cheyney is a very diverse school with a rich history. But it could use some improvement. The school provides student with much information about many subjects especially history but the english department does not provide enough classes for english major students. The school doesn't even provide classes that help students specifically in creative writing.
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    I like Cheyney because it’s small. I get the individual help from professors, I need while enjoying my college life. The campus is beautiful. The people are so nice. Everyone is so nice. Since cheyney is the first HBCU, the campus is rich with culture and learning experiences in every video.
    Cheyney isn’t definitely a school o would recommend to freshman or anyone that’s looking for a full on college experience meaning not all about just class wanting to explore and go to events. Cheyney definitely isn’t a school for that due to the funding problems they are having and not being to afford anything.... but I will say the faculty and staff our great !! They are very helpful and always got ear out if you need them!