Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) is a public research university founded in 1855, the flagship institution of the Pennsylvania State System. With a flagship campus in State College (University Park) and 19 additional campuses, Penn State enrolls over 90,000 students system-wide — one of the largest university systems in the US. Penn State is particularly known for its engineering, Smeal College of Business, meteorology, and iconic college football tradition.

Colleges and Schools

• Smeal College of Business — Top-25 nationally for supply chain and accounting
• College of Engineering — Top-15 public engineering school
• Penn State College of Medicine (Hershey) — Medical school in Hershey, PA
• College of Communications — Top journalism and communications school
• College of Agricultural Sciences — Research and extension throughout Pennsylvania

How to Apply

• Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~54% | In-State Tuition: ~$19,286

Key Deadlines

• Priority: November 1 | Rolling admissions