Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks worth it?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks is a public, four-year institution in Reading, Pennsylvania (large suburb), part of the Pennsylvania State University system. It awarded 345 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business, electromechanical engineering technology and exercise science and kinesiology.
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks is part of Pennsylvania State University
Employer, job title and found-employed figures are reported for the whole system, not for this campus. Federal data on this page is for this campus only.
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Federal context for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$54,468
Median earnings 4 years after
$76,659
Median earnings 10 years after
$63,435
Average net price
$24,356
Completion rate
32%
Completions (2024)
345
Years to pay back
1.3 years
Students (undergrad)
1,872
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Science/Studies | Bachelor's | $66,209 | $91,671 | 1,098 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | $45,110 | $65,292 | 917 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $32,408 | $49,543 | 753 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $69,772 | $87,997 | 648 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $37,240 | $56,877 | 580 |
| Accounting and Related Services | Bachelor's | $63,425 | $88,192 | 525 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Bachelor's | $73,941 | $98,637 | 449 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $33,417 | $64,910 | 392 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $45,795 | $53,362 | 388 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | Bachelor's | $58,884 | $81,755 | 355 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $34,181 | $55,505 | 350 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | Undergraduate certificate | $75,635 | $102,874 | 317 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $84,050 | $120,729 | 234 |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's | $41,201 | $68,918 | 227 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $35,848 | $46,356 | 207 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | 46 |
| Electromechanical/Electromechanical Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's | 27 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 26 |
| Information Science/Studies | Bachelor's | 22 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 22 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 20 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 18 |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | Bachelor's | 17 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 15 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 14 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 18% | 931 |
| Manufacturing | 14% | 722 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 12% | 627 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 513 |
| Finance and Insurance | 8% | 402 |
| Educational Services | 6% | 317 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 277 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 256 |
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Sources: federal figures for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Pennsylvania. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page