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Lock Haven University

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Lock Haven University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Lock Haven University is a public university in the United States and part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. It suits students who want a public university with both undergraduate and graduate study options in Pennsylvania.

  2. What you can study

    It offers 69 undergraduate programs and 4 graduate programs. The programme mix is broad at undergraduate level, with a smaller graduate offering, so it fits applicants who want a public university option with multiple fields to choose from.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and check the current entry requirements on the website. The university’s international student steps, document list, deadlines, and any English-language requirements need to be confirmed directly before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee in the information available here; confirm the current tuition and any other charges with its admissions office. Living costs in Lock Haven and any costs tied to the Clearfield branch campus will depend on housing, transport, and personal spending.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Also check visa support, document requirements, accommodation options, and whether your chosen programme is based at the main campus in Lock Haven or the branch campus in Clearfield.

  6. How it compares

    With 2,515 universities in the United States, Lock Haven sits in a very large national higher-education market. Its main advantage is being a public institution with a defined programme range and a smaller branch campus option, which may appeal to students looking beyond the largest research-intensive universities.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Lock Haven University

Is Lock Haven University public or private?

It is a public university.

Which country is Lock Haven University in?

It is in the United States.

How many undergraduate programmes does it offer?

It offers 69 undergraduate programmes.

How many graduate programmes does it offer?

It offers 4 graduate programmes.

Overview

Commonwealth University-Lock Haven is a public university in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, United States. It is part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE). The main campus covers 200 acres (81 ha) and the branch campus in Clearfield covers 12.9 acres (5.2 ha). It offers 69 undergraduate programs and 4 graduate programs.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United States.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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