Pennsylvania State University-Penn State DuBois
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Penn State DuBois is highly regarded for combining the prestige of a world-class Penn State degree with a close-knit, supportive campus community of under 600 students. The campus is best known for its premier, hands-on program in Wildlife Technology—which features unique outdoor learning experiences—as well as highly respected programs in Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA), Business, and Engineering. Student life is characterized by a collaborative, commuter-friendly culture where undergraduates can easily participate in collegiate athletics, student government, and direct research alongside faculty mentors. A key differentiator for DuBois is its deep connection to local employers, particularly within the region's prominent powder metallurgy industry, providing students with exceptional hands-on internship opportunities and an enviable post-graduation job placement rate.
Wikipedia:Penn State DuBois is a commonwealth campus of the Pennsylvania State University and it is located in DuBois, Pennsylvania. The campus was established in 1935, but in May 2025 Penn State officials announced it would close after the Spring 2027 semester, citing low enrollment and financial losses.
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