Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is a public four-year institution located in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. The university enrolls 9,547 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds an overall quality score of 60 out of 100 on SkillPlum. It reports a 66% completion rate and an 81% retention rate (IPEDS 2023), reflecting steady student outcomes across its programs.

SRU offers a diverse selection of career-oriented programs spanning healthcare, safety, and technology fields. Healthcare programs include Registered Nursing, Health Care Administration and Management, Physician Associate/Assistant, Health Information and Medical Records Administration, and Athletic Training. On the technology and safety side, students can pursue Computer and Information Systems Security and Occupational Safety and Health Technology. Programs are available at both associate and bachelor's degree levels.

Located in a small town setting in western Pennsylvania, Slippery Rock is roughly an hour north of Pittsburgh. The university's combination of healthcare, safety, and information security programs makes it a practical choice for students in the region seeking applied credentials within a public university framework. Its rural campus setting offers a focused academic environment away from major urban distractions.