We’re excited you’ll be joining the Penn State Harrisburg community! We’ve got a great Transfer Student Orientation (TSO) planned for you and your parents, family, and guests.
TSO is a two-part program. During the virtual part one, you’ll meet new people, learn about majors and transfer credits, and explore opportunities at Harrisburg. During part two, you can meet with an adviser, review your transfer credits, develop an appropriate schedule, and enroll in your classes. Your guests will explore how to support you, meet people from a variety of offices around campus, and learn about academic programs.
International transfer students, you will be participating in a virtual program, with an in person International Student Welcome before the start of the semester.
You can begin the process of scheduling classes prior to your TSO. If you choose to do so, you are welcome to reach out directly to get academic advising assistance:
- If you plan to graduate from Penn State Harrisburg, see your department contact info.
- If you plan to graduate from University Park or another campus, contact the Advising Center at 717 948 6604 or [email protected]
Your Next Steps
- If you’ve just been accepted to Penn State, congratulations!
Be sure to accept your admission offer. - Check your email regularly.
We’ll reach out using the email address provided on your admissions application. - Check your NSO Tasklist.
The NSO Tasklist is a comprehensive list of all the action items you must complete before starting at Penn State Harrisburg. Expect an email letting you know when you have access. - Learn more about being a transfer student.
Check out the Transfer Student FAQ, learn more about Transfer Course Evaluation, and use the Transfer Credit Tool. - Send your most recent official transcripts to Penn State.
See here for more info on sending official transcripts. - If you didn’t take a math class at your previous school, complete an ALEKS Math Assessment prior to your NSO.
Email [email protected] to get access to the assessment.
For more information, visit Penn State Transfer Student Orientation.