Pennsylvania State University, Hazleton (Penn State)

At Penn State Hazleton, a branch within the Penn State University system, students may begin work on any major offered within the Penn State system. They also have the option of completing their bachelor’s or associate’s degree.

Bachelor’s degrees are offered at Penn State Hazleton in Business, Engineering, Social Science and Psychology. At the associate’s degree level, students may get a degree in Liberal Arts, Medical Laboratory Technology and Physical Therapy Assisting among others.

Students may also start on their bachelor’s at Hazleton before transferring to another school in the Penn State system that offers their desired major. Since the entire Penn State University system offers a total of more than 150 majors, students have a range of academic areas to choose from.

Radio and other media clubs as well as cultural organizations, a student newspaper and recreational activities make up the student life at Hazleton. Students also take field trips to nearby ski resorts and to Philadelphia and New York City, which are both within a couple of hours of Hazleton.

Admission to the university is based on grades and SAT scores. Students who meet certain requirements may receive financial aid.

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