Due to COVID-19, the Office of Admissions is closed for on-campus visitors generally until further notice. We hope to welcome everyone to our campus soon. Until then please visit us virtually. Choose a virtual appointment with an admissions counselor, take our virtual tour, or attend a virtual event. Be well and we look forward to connecting with you!

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Accepted Students Programs

February 27 and March 20, 2021
Join our Admissions team, faculty, staff, and students for one of our virtual Accepted Student Programs. The webinar will focus on your next steps to becoming a future Penn Stater, financial aid, student resources, and life on campus. Faculty from Penn State's various academic programs will host meetings where they will talk to you about 2+ 2 majors, Altoona four-year degrees, and answer your questions.

Learn About the Accepted Students Programs
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Upcoming Events

In addition to the events listed below, the Office of Admission holds Admissions Presentations and Student Panels two or three times a week. Check out the full listing of Admission events to choose the one that's right for you.

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Virtual Financial Aid Webinar

Tuesday, February 9, 2021, from 6:00–7:30 p.m. EST

Join us to learn more about the financial aid application process, Penn State Altoona and University scholarship programs, types of financial aid including student employment, timelines for financial aid awards, and financial strategies for funding a Penn State education.

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Virtual Appointments

Schedule an appointment with one of our Admissions counselors using the links below.

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Transfer Student Consultation

Do you have college credits and are you considering transferring to Penn State Altoona? Confused about the process? Questions on how Penn State evaluates credits from other institutions? Meet with an admissions counselor to discuss your questions, concerns, and possible academic future at Penn State Altoona. You can also tour our beautiful campus.

Schedule a Transfer Student Consultation