Pennsylvania State University-World Campus
About
As the highly ranked online division of Penn State, World Campus is best known for delivering flexible, top-tier degree programs, with particular academic strength in nationally recognized majors like business, engineering, and information sciences. The student experience is entirely virtual but deeply supportive, offering remote learners access to dedicated academic advising, peer tutoring, and active online student organizations. What truly sets World Campus apart is that graduates receive the identical, prestigious Penn State diploma as on-campus students and gain immediate entry into the university's massive global alumni network of over 750,000 members. Furthermore, students have the unique opportunity to celebrate their achievements by attending in-person graduation ceremonies right on the physical University Park campus.
Wikipedia:Penn State World Campus is the online campus of Pennsylvania State University, a public university in Pennsylvania. Launched in 1998, World Campus grew out of the university's history in distance education that began in 1892. It offers more than 200 online undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in partnership with Penn State academic units. World Campus offices and a major part of its technical infrastructure are located at Innovation Park on the University Park Campus.
Location
Cost
Admissions
Wondering if Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is the right fit for you?
Scout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.
Essay Requirements
This school does not appear to use the Common Application. Check the school's admissions website directly for essay requirements and application instructions.
See the current Common App essay prompts for the personal statement options.
Outcomes
Student Body
Programs & Earnings
Institutional
Wondering if Pennsylvania State University-World Campus is the right fit for you?
Scout builds a personalized college list — reach, match, and safety schools — tailored to your profile, grades, and goals. Get financial aid estimates, scholarship guidance, and deep dives on every school.