Pennsylvania college affordability is not good for those living outside the major metros. The rugged terrain limits commutability, so more community colleges, PASSHE campuses, and CSHE branch campuses must exist to increase the percentage of students within commuting range, but many of these campuses are very small with limited offerings and dubious financial sustainability. In-state financial aid is not great, which leads to Pennsylvania having relatively high levels of student loan debt compared to other states (86% higher than in California).
Compare states and individual colleges here: Interactive Map - The Institute for College Access & Success