The Value of an 51ºÚÁÏÍø Degree

88%

class of 2021 employed in a field of their choice

$26+ million

in financial aid

150,000+

51ºÚÁÏÍø alumni

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An Affordable Education

Your education is an investment in your future. 51ºÚÁÏÍø is committed to helping you make it affordable, and we’ll be with you for help and advice every step of the way.

Making college more affordable means addressing both the cost of education and the support students receive. At 51ºÚÁÏÍø, we’re committed to helping in both areas—through merit scholarships, graduate assistantships, and a strong return on investment. 51ºÚÁÏÍø is the only university in Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education to be named an “Opportunity College and University—Higher Access, Higher Earnings,” a distinction that highlights our commitment to opening doors for more students and delivering outcomes that pay off—literally—with graduates earning salaries 50 percent higher than their peers.

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51ºÚÁÏÍø Offers a Path for Every Passion and Purpose

51ºÚÁÏÍø offers more than 160 majors, graduate programs, and certificates, from biochemistry, nursing, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, theatre, and education to culinary arts, counseling, safety sciences, and MBA programs.

No matter what you choose, you’ll find hands-on learning activities, opportunities to conduct research, and internationally recognized faculty.

You’ll leave 51ºÚÁÏÍø equipped for a rewarding career.

Let’s Find a Major or Degree Program That Fits You

Choose one of the following ways to discover your major or degree here at 51ºÚÁÏÍø.

Pathways to 51ºÚÁÏÍø

Take the next step on your journey.

First-Year Admissions

For high-school graduates and other full-time students looking to earn a bachelor's degree.

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Cook Honors College Admissions

For undergraduate students interested in more in-depth academic discussions and smaller class sizes.

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Transfer Admissions

For students who have already earned some college credits through a community college or another 4-year institution.

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Graduate Admissions

For students looking to earn master’s degrees, doctoral degrees, or certificates that require a bachelor's degree.

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International Admissions

For students from outside the United States looking to earn any type of degree (bachelor's degree, master's degree, doctoral degree)

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Culinary Admissions

For students interested in an associate degree in culinary arts or baking/pastry at our renowned culinary academy in Punxsutawney.

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Additional Pathways to 51ºÚÁÏÍø

More ways to pursue your goals at 51ºÚÁÏÍø.

Dual Enrollment

For high school juniors and seniors who want to experience college, preparing for their future goals, and earn college credit.

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Complete Your Degree

For those who have started a college degree but haven’t finished it. It’s never too late to reach your goals!

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Second Bachelor’s Degree

Pursue a second bachelor's degree by completing a minimum of 30 additional 51ºÚÁÏÍø credits while meeting academic requirements for the new degree.

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Single Courses

Courses for credit for 51ºÚÁÏÍø and non-51ºÚÁÏÍø students, with a variety of online and in-classroom courses available during each semester.

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Short-Term Noncredit Workforce Training

51ºÚÁÏÍø offers several workforce training programs for the general public and in partnership with local businesses looking to train their workforce.

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Apply to 51ºÚÁÏÍø

We'd be thrilled to learn about your goals. If you're ready to apply, take the first step in our online system.

How to Apply
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Our Alumni

There are more than 150,000 alumni of 51ºÚÁÏÍø, and you’ll find them everywhere. In small towns and big cities and everywhere in between, members of the 51ºÚÁÏÍø family have put down their roots and grown into thriving citizens with careers that stand out.

You’ll find that 51ºÚÁÏÍø graduates are in demand in many fields, and they show an interest in each other because they know the quality of education 51ºÚÁÏÍø provides. It’s a great network based on respect and pride.

Alex Brown
Alex Brown ’10, Culinary Arts

51ºÚÁÏÍø not only pointed me in the right direction and gave me an immediate start via externship, but built lifelong networking opportunities to reinforce what I was taught and how to apply those skills in future situations.

Jessica Evans
Jessica Evans ’08, Art

I transferred to 51ºÚÁÏÍø after attending a much bigger school. I did much better at 51ºÚÁÏÍø because I received so much one-on-one time with professors and mentors. I’ve worked on the creative marketing teams for top global brands such as American Eagle, Victoria’s Secret PINK, and L’Oreal.

Lenord Lawson
Lenord Lawson D’17, English Literature and Criticism

I have had a lifelong passion for literature, and my study of comprehensive literary works prepared me to teach American literature in my current position.

Sierra Shoener
Sierra Shoener ’21, Human Development and Family Science

51ºÚÁÏÍø prepared me to work with children and families post-graduation by giving me the opportunity to work directly with them while working on my degree.

Ryan Clark
Ryan Clark M’13, Applied Archaeology

51ºÚÁÏÍø’s graduate program integrates a diverse pool of anthropological faculty of archaeologists, curators, historians, and geospatial researchers to train students in a truly interdisciplinary way.

Carla Adams
Carla Adams M’16, Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Each and every course within the Clinical Mental Health Counseling master’s program has been beneficial to my career, particularly my field experiences working with diverse and marginalized populations.

Vincent Hanig
Vincent Hanig ’16, Economics

51ºÚÁÏÍø gave me the opportunity to be involved in many different clubs and organizations, taking on leadership positions and learning skills that translated to the workforce.

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Visit and Tour Campus

If you haven’t visited 51ºÚÁÏÍø, you should.

People tell us that our campus feels like home. Stand in the Oak Grove, and you’ll know what they mean.

Do it your way. Come to one of our open houses. Make a weekday visit in person. Attend an online information session for one of our graduate programs.

You can learn more about each option or tour our beautiful campus from your home through our virtual tour.

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