Results Matter at York College

York: Results Matter

18:1

Student-to-faculty ratio

90%

Career placement rate for York College graduates

“Being part of the York College early decision program with Hershey Medical Center allowed me the opportunity to be accepted to medical school at the Penn State College of Medicine before students who apply in the traditional manner.”
Wes Anderson
Biology
York, PA

Wes AndersonBiology
York, PA

Results Matter

Get an education that gets results.

At York College of Pennsylvania, we think the world has enough over-educated baristas. So we don’t settle for just educating our students, we prepare them to thrive in the real world … giving them the skills, the hands-on experience, and the confidence necessary to succeed on whatever path they choose. Because it isn’t enough to have a degree: What you need, what you expect to get for your significant investment in education, is a real edge. A distinct advantage. That’s what York College provides.

“I was heads above others with similar undergraduate degrees. The knowledge I gained at York made me feel more confident in all of my classes.”

– Amanda Bertram ’06

Amanda successfully earned a master’s degree in clinical psychology after graduating from York. She is now a senior research program coordinator in the Division of General Internal Medicine, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine.

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guarantees real-world education experiences for qualified students

7/10

YCP alumni say graduates are professionally prepared

“York’s Education Department trained me to be prepared for anything. They helped me come up with strategies to help a variety of students in a variety of developmental levels.”
Jamie Calamis
Elementary/Special Education
York, PA

Jamie CalamisElementary/Special Education
York, PA

Professional Preparation

Rigorous Academics, Real-World Experience and a Higher Level of Personal Development.

The best education is one that prepares you for anything – a career, grad school, starting your own business, discovering what you want to do next. That’s a York College education. From internships, mock interviews and even business etiquette, to scholarly research, campus events with corporate leaders, and professional connections through faculty, we show you how to become “a complete professional,” someone who is prepared academically, experientially, and personally for professional success.

“York College prepared me for a position in the sports industry more than I knew at the time of graduation. The curriculum was unbelievable and covered just about every aspect of the industry. Some areas I didn’t notice right away, but I am definitely seeing it all now as the assistant general manager of the stadium.”

– Lisa Fegley ’06

Lisa Fegley, the assistant general manager at Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter, FL, was honored as 2011’s Florida State League Rawlings Woman Executive of the Year.

7/10 Alumni say they were professionally Prepared

90+

athletic teams, clubs and organizations on campus

90%

of faculty hold the highest degree in their field

“York is a very friendly town. Not too big. Not too small. People are surprised by how many companies are here and how much there is to do.”
Stephen Dietrich, Jr.
Business Administration
York, PA

Stephen Dietrich, Jr.Business Administration
York, PA

Why YCP?

York College: Excellence, Affordability and a More Relevant Education.

York College is an intelligent career – and life – choice on so many levels. The College is well-respected for its singular blend of excellence and affordability. Plus, with more than 50 majors, top-notch professors who know your name, and outstanding facilities, York provides big school perks and small school advantages. Socially, the York College campus hums with activity, thanks to 90 clubs, countless activities, quality sports teams, and a lively community of new friends and classmates. And unlike many schools, York focuses on professional preparation, so you will graduate with the skills, confidence and hands-on experience necessary to succeed in whatever endeavor you choose to pursue.

“York provides an intimate campus atmosphere where you get the opportunity to interact with professors, allowing the opportunity to elevate your education to the next level.”

– Matt Clark ’11

Matt, a sports management major (with a PR minor), is now group sales account executive with the Cleveland Indians. It’s his most recent stop on a career path that included three seasons in Scranton-Wilkes Barre, working with the New York Yankees’ AAA affiliate, and another internship with the Longhorn Foundation at the University of Texas at Austin.

90% of faculty hold the highest degree in their field

50%

York’s tuition compared to average of other private colleges

98%

of new, full-time York College students receive financial aid

“The value of the York College education goes unmatched in comparison to other private institutions.”
Cassandra Salisbury
Accounting Management
Skaneateles, NY

Cassandra SalisburyAccounting Management
Skaneateles, NY

Return on Investment

More than a Degree: A Competitive Advantage.

Education dollars are too precious to waste, which is why more and more students are applying to York College. Not only is York College’s tuition 50 percent lower than the average tuition of other private colleges, our graduates enjoy a 90 percent career placement rate! More students are recognizing our superior commitment to each student: the academic support provided by our Center for Teaching and Learning, the extraordinary individual guidance provided by York’s Academic Services team; and the get-a-leg-up foundation provided by our Career Development Center and J.D. Brown Center for Entrepreneurship.

“Students who go through the YCP education process are not only ready and qualified to step into the business world, but they succeed when they arrive there.”

– Ben Edwards ’11

As a student at York College, Ben was an NCAA All-American in track and field. He was equally outstanding during his co-op at Graham Packaging Company, which led to a full-time position as a project engineer.

Tier 1

“Best Regional Universities in the North” U.S. News Best Colleges

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“100 Colleges Worth Considering” –The Washington Post

“York College is continually considered one of the top colleges and universities for its success in providing a great education at a great value.”
Kara Snyder
Marketing; Management
Spring Grove, PA

Kara SnyderMarketing; Management
Spring Grove, PA

Rankings

York College is Nationally Recognized for Superior Value.

It’s always nice to be recognized for the work you do, but what makes us especially proud is the breadth and depth of the recognition we’ve received. Not only have we been recognized by the likes of U.S. News and World Report and Princeton Review for overall excellence, but we’ve also been cited for providing superior value in higher education by Barron’s Best Buys and parentsandcollege.com.

“Institutions and companies know about York College, and when they see it on an application or resume, they are much more likely to hire you over someone who attended a college with a reputation for low academics.”

– Misty Parshall ’15

A secondary math education major, Misty supplements her income as a tutor and credits the academic training she’s received at the College for helping her become an effective teacher to York County high school students.

Tier 1, best regional universities in the north

Top 1/3 of 100 colleges worth considering