With access to expert faculty, research opportunities, and a global network of more than 725,000 alumni, the experiences and knowledge gained at Penn State Altoona will form the foundation for the life you want to build.
Accepted Students Program
Saturday, March 29, 2025 Congratulations on your acceptance! One of the best ways to learn more about all that Penn State Altoona has to offer is to visit. We hope to see you at our Accepted Student Program! This program is only open to students who have already been accepted to Penn State Altoona.
Get to know Penn State Altoona by visiting us. On-campus visits for students and their families include a presentation and a campus tour. Virtual visit opportunities are also available.
You've got options! Start your education at Penn State Altoona and choose to stay here to complete one of our 21 bachelor's degree programs, or begin one of Penn State's 275+ majors here and complete them at another Penn State campus.
Applying to colleges can seem overwhelming. But everything you need to know is right here, and Penn State Altoona's admissions staff is just an email or phone call away if you have any questions.
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Opportunities and Involvement Penn State Altoona offers you many out-of-class experiences, with research, internships, and study abroad opportunities; clubs and organizations; and recreational activities including NCAA Division III varsity athletics, club sports, fitness classes, and more!
Information for School Counselors
School counselors play an important role in the application process, and Penn State Altoona hopes to make things as simple as possible for you and your students.
All costs of attendance elements can be viewed on the University Budget Office's Tuition and Fees Schedules page by selecting the appropriate campus location.