Visit Us

Is Penn State Altoona the right fit for you? Visit us and find out! Choose from a variety of on-campus and virtual visit options.

The Nittany Lion mascot holding a sign advertising Penn State Altoona's Admitted Student Event

Admitted Students Program

Saturday, March 28, 2026
Deciding what college to attend is an extremely important decision, and we’re committed to helping you with that process. Join us for our upcoming on-campus Admitted Student Event (ASE) at Penn State Altoona on Saturday, March 28, to visit our staff, speak with faculty, and take a campus tour. This program is only open to students who have already been admitted to Penn State Altoona.

The Smeal College Building at Penn State

2+2 Altoona, Smeal, and You

For Smeal students starting at Penn State Altoona: join us to learn about the 2+2 pathway to the Smeal College of Business, meet our Smeal faculty and students, and enjoy some Creamery ice cream!

And consider registering for our Admitted Student Event the next day, Saturday, March 28. Register now if you haven't already.

A woman having a virtual visit with the Nittany Lion on her laptop

Virtual Tour

Tour our campus from the comfort of your home. But don't stop there! If you like what you see, schedule an on-campus visit to fully experience all that our campus has to offer.

Students hang out on campus at Penn State Altoona, one wearing a Penn State shirt.

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.