Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus
About
As a flagship Big Ten public research institution, Penn State University Park is renowned for its robust academic offerings, particularly through the highly regarded College of Engineering, Smeal College of Business, and Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications. The vibrant student experience centers around quintessential college-town life in State College, marked by fierce school pride, active Greek life, and legendary Beaver Stadium football "White Outs." The university uniquely sets itself apart through its massive, fiercely loyal alumni network and THON, the world's largest student-run philanthropy dedicated to combating pediatric cancer.
Wikipedia:The Pennsylvania State University is a public state-related land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1855 as the Farmers' High School of Pennsylvania, Penn State was named the state's first land-grant university eight years later. Its primary campus, known as Penn State University Park, is located in State College and College Township in Centre County.
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Essay Requirements
Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
See the current Common App essay prompts for the personal statement options.
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