Admissions

We offer nationally accredited academic programs, small class sizes, and the opportunity to work with award-winning faculty in class and on research. Come here for one of more than 30 bachelor’s programs, or complete your first two years in one of Penn State’s more than 160 undergraduate majors.

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We welcome students who have earned high school diplomas or the equivalent and who have attempted at least 18 semester credits at other regionally accredited colleges or universities.

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Whether your goal is to hold a leadership position in your field or conduct cutting-edge research, consider our graduate programs — 24 master's, three doctorates, certificates, and educational certification programs. Scheduling accommodates working adults.

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Events

Spend a Summer Day 2013

Sat 20 Jul

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Student Center, Capital Union Building (CUB)

Enjoy a casual summer day and learn about admissions, academics, and student life at Penn State Harrisburg!

New Student Orientation

Sat 24 Aug

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Olmsted Building , Penn State Harrisburg

Welcome to Penn State Harrisburg! We have a wealth of resources and opportunities, and during New Student Orientation, we will share those with you.

New Student Orientation is for undergraduate and graduate first-year students and transfer students.

This is a mandatory session that provides you with information about all the resources on campus. During this day-long program you will learn about campus resources and living and learning in a diverse community.

Doctoral Information Night

Tue 10 Sep

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Library, Penn State Harrisburg

Find out more about the doctoral programs we offer.

Graduate Information Night

Thu 10 Oct

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Library, Penn State Harrisburg

An opportunity to learn about the college's 24 master's and three doctoral programs; meet with faculty; and obtain application, registration, and financial aid information.

R.S.V.P. preferred, but not required.

Information: call 717-948-6250 or e-mail mbp13@psu.edu

Fall Undergraduate Open House

Formal program begins at 9:00 am

Sat 19 Oct

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Capital Union Building (CUB), Penn State Harrisburg

Meet with current students, faculty, staff, and alumni! Tour the campus, including on-campus housing! Learn more about Penn State Harrisburg and all of the wonderful opportunities! The formal program begins at 9:00 am.

Doctoral Information Night

Thu 16 Jan

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Library, Penn State Harrisburg

Find out more about the doctoral programs we offer.

Graduate Information Night

Thu 13 Mar

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Library, Penn State Harrisburg

An opportunity to learn about the college's 24 master's and three doctoral programs; meet with faculty; and obtain application, registration, and financial aid information.

R.S.V.P. preferred, but not required.

Information: call 717-948-6250 or e-mail mbp13@psu.edu

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