Welcome to Penn State Behrend!

We're a top public college in Pennsylvania on a number of academic measures—and part of the University ranked No. 1 for preparing graduates to succeed, according to a Wall Street Journal survey of business recruiters. Our enrollment is growing and so are the opportunities for students like you. 

Penn State Behrend students hang out at Bruno's Cafe.

Choose Penn State Behrend

At Penn State Behrend, students come first—and it shows. In our last survey of graduating seniors, ninety-five percent said they would recommend us to friends or family. Find out for yourself what makes Behrend the right choice for so many students.

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Penn State Behrend students walk by the Lion Shrine

Visit Us

The best way to see if any college is right for you is to visit campus, but for now it has to be virtually. Penn State Behrend offers virtual visit programs for prospective, accepted, and transfer students. You can also make an individual appointment with an admissions counselor, watch videos about the Penn State Behrend experience, and take our virtual 360-degree tour. 

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Two Penn State Behrend students perform research in a science lab.

Academic Programs and Services

Successful futures start at Penn State Behrend, with programs in business, engineering, the humanities, the natural sciences, the social sciences, and nursing. We offer more than forty programs at the bachelor's, master's, and associate degree levels. Or you can start most of Penn State's 160+ undergraduate degree programs here.

Bruno's Cafe has ample seating for dining, studying, or just hanging out.

Student Life

You're more than a "student" to us. You're a unique individual with your own needs, interests, ideas, and aspirations. It's why we offer a range of programs, services and staff focused on your health and safety, residential life, leadership development, and more—not to mention 130+ clubs, organizations, intramurals and activities where you'll make good friends and great memories.

A nursing student learns in the Nursing Technology Lab and Simulation Center (NTLSC) at Penn State Behrend.

Admissions and Financial Aid

When you're ready to apply, we're here to help. Check out these links to learn more about our academic programs and services, the application process, financial aid and more. You can always contact us with questions or plan a campus visit.