West Chester University of Pennsylvania College Portrait

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Admissions
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	14,490

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	12,232

Women	7,265	59%
Men	4,967	41%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	55	<1%
Asian	261	2%
African American / Black	1,136	9%
Hispanic	435	4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	0	<1%
White	10,258	84%
Two or More Races	6	<1%
International	34	<1%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	47	<1%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do WCU undergraduates call home?

Pennsylvania	88%
Other US States & Territories	12%
Other Countries	<1%
Residency Unknown	<1%

How old are WCU undergraduates?
Average Age	20
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	10%