About Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Founded in 1889, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. is a Public college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 7,637 full time undergraduate students, and 1,217 full time graduate students.

The Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 22:1. There are 344 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate69%
Application Deadline
Application Fee30
SAT Range910-1090
ACT Range19-23

Admissions at SRU are considered Selective, with ,53% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 27 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

82% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 41% were in the top quarter, and 14% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE Reviews

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
62%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
5%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
3%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
18%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
29%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
68%
“I feel extremely safe”
20%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
35%
“We bought the gear”
45%
“We live for the big game”
3%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
65%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
68%
“They keep regular office hours”
28%
“They”re always available”
5%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
63%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
5%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
28%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
48%
“We only party on weekends”
20%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
5%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
73%
“There might be people who do”
20%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
3%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
33%
“We know about current events and vote”
62%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
5%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
3%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
18%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
2%
“I only go out in groups”
29%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
68%
“I feel extremely safe”
20%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
35%
“We bought the gear”
45%
“We live for the big game”
3%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
65%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
13%
“We”re a very artistic group”
3%
“Haven”t met them”
3%
“Available in class”
68%
“They keep regular office hours”
28%
“They”re always available”
5%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
33%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
63%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
5%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
28%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
48%
“We only party on weekends”
20%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
5%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
73%
“There might be people who do”
20%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
3%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    131 Students rated on-campus housing 4.2 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    98 Students rated off-campus housing 3.7 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    136 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    137 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    138 Students rated class size 4.1 stars. 39 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    138 Students rated school activities 4 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    138 Students rated local services 3.8 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    138 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania REVIEWS

What's your overall opinion of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

46 Students rated Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Rachel - 07/17/2024

I attended Slippery Rock University for 6 years, only because I was unsure of what I wanted to do, professionally. While at Slippery Rock, I studied several different majors, such as: Psychology, Education and Special Education and Criminal Justice. You could imaging that I was enrolled in a plethora of classes, at various locations all over campus and ha a variety of teachers, all of which were wonderful! I love Slippery Rock, even to this day as an alumnus. They have a beautiful campus, it is a beautiful town and a beautiful school. I encourage anyone who is thinking about attending Slippery Rock University to choose Slippery Rock University.

Grace - 11/27/2020

I have been impressed by Slippery Rock University time and time again. Everyone employed by SRU that I have come into contact with--whether faculty of staff--has been extremely helpful and easy to work with. All of the offices I have dealt with have provided assistance with whatever issue I have had immediately, and the professors are extremely friendly and accessible!

Jordan - 02/21/2020

My overall impression of Slippery Rock, simply stated, Amazing school! I visited Slippery Rock campus three times and every time I’ve been there I discovered something exciting new. Slippery Rock is a community and has amazing staff and students, I highly recommend visiting the campus.

morgan - 11/27/2019

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is an excellent campus. There is such a great atmosphere. I learned a lot from all of my professors and I would not choose another school for my academics. The extra curricular activities are also excellent. There are so many opportunities for students with over 250 clubs on campus and many sports teams. Students can join club teams or intramural sports. Overall, Slippery Rock was my first choice for a college and I stand by that.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is 69%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I have realized that I have much more potential than I realized in high school. Going to college has really opened up my view of myself, and I feel like there is much for me to achieve here.

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  3. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    How depressing it can be when you don't get to see the sun for a while!

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  4. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Our school is mainly known for our pride in our school. We have things such as Green & White Fridays where everyone wears our school colors; also, if we are stressed from too much homework or we need good luck for a big test, then we "rub the rock", in which 4 monumental rocks are placed around campus and we rub if for good luck. The pride throughout our university is incredible we are so proud to be a part of it.

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  5. What's unique about your campus?

    I think the best thing about the school is that it is small and you can have more one on one time with teachers. It is also, cheaper than most schools.

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  6. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Anyone who is looking for a 4-year degree but is concerned with cost of tuition or wants a school that feels like a home away from home.

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  7. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Fast growing and always making changes to improve the school and programs.

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  8. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are friendly and open to helping anyone who needs it.

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  9. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    There are a wide variety of people at SRU from nerds to jocks. So, Slippery Rock is for everyone. Although, whoever attends must not mind rain because it rains a lot compared to where I'm from which is south-central PA.

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  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    Very spread out and the laptop computers are terrible in the library.

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  11. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    The professors are incredible, they work hard to see that students understand and are always available at their offices to render assistance as well.

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  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    You know a lot of people you see around campus and people remember you. Also everyone is very friendly.

    Read all 18 answers

  13. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing about the school is registration, because it is an added stress, and unlike other schools, advisors do not do registration for us.

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  14. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    I believe Slippery Rock is the perfect school. We have about 8,000 students, which makes Slippery Rock a medium-sized school. But, you get to know a core group of students so it generally feels like a smaller school. Some people have the wrong view of Slippery Rock thinking it is a party school. I tell them no matter what school you go to, you will find parties. Overall opinion of Slippery Rock has gone up since I have gone here. I spend a lot of my time in the library. As a graduate student, it is my one place of solace. Not to mention there are computers on every floor, the staff is willing to help with anything you may need, and it is a quiet place to get away and study. The schools administration is honestly amazing. They are truly looking out for the best for their students. The current president, Robert Smith, has truly turned Slippery Rock into one of the best campuses I have ever been to. His positive attitude has really kept the campus on an upward track since he came here. We love our school and are proud of everything we do here. I will always remember the three years I lived in the dorms and the friends that I made there, many of which I keep in contact with still. Also, the faculty and staff on campus are as friendly as they come. I have befriended many of my professors and a couple have been my mentors for years now. The only thing I would change about Slippery Rock is the class scheduling process. Sometimes it is hard to get into classes. But, no matter where you go you will have that problem.

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  15. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    I honestly do not find there are standard stereotypes at Slippery Rock. Greek life is popular on campus but even those who participate in Greek organizations are nice people. The majority of people on campus are friendly and bridge different types of student.

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Student Body

Students

57%

female

43%

male

7,637

Total Undergrad Enrollment

1,217

Total Grad Students

12%

Out-Of-State

87%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

160

Student Organizations

6

Fraternities

7

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

33%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
2%
% White or Caucasian
85%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

91% of students attending Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania receive some sort of financial aid. 31% were awarded federal grants.77%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$13,716

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,550

Books and Supplies

$10,110

Room and Board

25,376

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$13,786
$30 - $48K
$14,956
$48 - $75K
$18,074
$75 - $110K
$21,911
$110K & UP
$22,513

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