Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Brandywine
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Located just 20 miles from Philadelphia in Media, Penn State Brandywine is best known for delivering the prestige and vast resources of a world-class research institution within an intimate, supportive campus environment. The campus boasts highly regarded programs in Business, Information Sciences and Technology (IST), and Psychology, while also offering the popular "2+2 plan" which allows students to complete their first two years here before transitioning to University Park or another Penn State campus. Student life is collaborative and active, anchored by competitive intercollegiate athletics and Orchard Hall, a modern residence hall that has transformed the campus into a vibrant, residential living-learning community. What truly sets Brandywine apart is its commitment to undergraduate research and its prime location, which grants students direct access to robust internship and career opportunities in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Wikipedia:Penn State Brandywine is a commonwealth campus of the Pennsylvania State University located in Middletown Township, Pennsylvania, United States. The campus was formerly known as Penn State Delaware County. The campus has baccalaureate and associate degrees and certificate programs. The campus is located on over 112 acres (450,000 m2) of grounds. In August 2017, the campus established on-campus housing for the first time with the opening of Orchard Hall, a 250-bed residence hall.
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