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Penn State reserves the right to alter or cancel any portion of the events listed on this page at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to shifts in the status of the pandemic or relevant and applicable guidance, or individual participants violating University policy.

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On-Campus Visits

Visits on Mondays and Fridays include an Admissions presentation and campus tour, while Thursdays are tour-only visits. Choose the experience that works for you!

Schedule an On-Campus Visit

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Fall 2022 Virtual Visits

These virtual experiences connect prospective students with Penn State to learn more about the admissions process, academic program options, student engagement opportunities, and what it's like to become part of the Penn State community.

Before your virtual visit, you can review our Experience Penn State page to find additional online resources, answers to frequently asked questions and information about next steps in the admissions process

Individual virtual appointments with an Admissions Counselor can be made online or by calling 814-949-5466. We are happy to meet with students and parents, either individually or together.

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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