Now that most of you have received an offer from Penn State, the next step is to plan your Accepted Student visit to campus! Accepted Student Programs vary by your choice of academic college. Because I’m studying Journalism, I attended the College of Communications’ Accepted Student day. I remember it like it was yesterday, even […]
Keep Holding On
This time of the year can be the most exciting, but also the most nerve-racking. You’ve completed most of, if not all of your applications; you’ve sent in your transcripts; you’ve asked your teachers for recommendations. Now it’s out of your hands. But the hard part is just getting started. That’s right, waiting is the […]
Major Change isn’t such a Major Change
I came into college knowing I had absolutely everything planned out. I was going to graduate in 4 years (or less) with a degree in Advertising and a minor or two. I’d move on to work an amazing job right after graduation. My freshman year consisted of almost all communications classes sprinkled by a couple […]
Admissions 101- Tips For Applying (The Inside Scoop)
Well, future Nittany Lions, it’s go time. The November 30 priority filing date is quickly approaching, and now is the perfect time to apply! To give you some additional insight into the admissions process, I sat down with Bert, aka The Admissions Dude, who is one of the real-life people who will be reviewing roughly […]
Falling in Love With Commonwealth Campuses
Some students dream of going away for college, and others find their home right around the corner. For some, their first campus was their first love and they couldn’t imagine being anywhere else. Penn State allows you to spend two years at two different campuses or even stay all four years at one campus and students […]
FAFSA 101: Your Guide to Applying for Financial Aid
For many, the financial aid process can be more than a little intimidating. One of the most crucial aspects of the process? The FAFSA- the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. I sat down with Colin Tucker from Penn State’s financial aid office to get the scoop on some changes to the FAFSA process this […]
The 2+2 Plan, a great option for students searching for something different
We all have a list of things we’re looking for when looking for your dream college. Whether you’re looking for a specific program, a location, or to save some money, different options are perfect for different people. At Penn State, we’re fortunate enough to have the option to attend all four years of college at […]
9 Places to See on Your First PSU Visit
Your first time on campus is such an exciting time. There are so many things to see, and your trip can only last so long (but don’t worry, you will have four more years here). That being said, it’s important to make sure you visit some of the key places to get the ultimate Penn […]
Test Scores and College Admissions
There’s no doubt that exams can be daunting. Some either go extremely well, or they’re something you vow to never speak of again. But what happens if you’re not a great test-taker, and exams determine whether or not you get into a college, or if you advance in your company? Test taking isn’t for everyone. […]
Double Majoring: Getting the Most Out of Your Time at Penn State
If you ask almost any college junior, they’ll tell you they changed their majors just about every other week during their first few years of college. Being unsure what you want to do for the rest of your life at age 18 or being interested in more than one major is nothing new for college […]