Penn State is a university with campuses all over Pennsylvania. Sixty percent of students start in a campus other than University Park, and then transfer after two years to the main campus in University Park, which is shown here.
The school is huge, with a plethora of colleges and majors. Those students who are undecided can join the Division of Undergraduate Studies, which helps them sample different majors.
Those who are at the top of the class may be part of the Schreyer Honors College which has smaller Honors classes, priority registration, special housing, a thesis, and a travel grant.
Penn State students have a great enthusiasm for their University and their Division I sports teams. In addition to being well-known for their academics and sports teams, they are also well-known for their job placement services.
Penn State likes to admit out-of-state students and it is not more difficult to be accepted if you are an out-of-state resident. Students can apply to start their Freshman year in the Summer or in the Fall.