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What is the time commitment for different degree options?

Associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctorate degrees all reap important benefits and financial gains; however, it is essential to ask yourself if you are able to make the time commitment.

April 16, 2021

What is a Master of Professional Studies (MPS) degree?

Many of the graduate programs offered at Penn State World Campus are master of professional studies (MPS) degree programs.

April 12, 2021

Alumna is part of U.N. team that received 2020 Nobel Peace Prize

2018 graduate Brenda Behan serves as United Nation's World Food Programme deputy regional director for East Africa.

April 8, 2021

Despite multiple hardships, this student persevered to earn her degree

Berlaunder Barnes hopes that by sharing her story of hardship and perseverance, she reminds struggling students that they are not alone.

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April 6, 2021

Thinking about going back to school at 30?

Check out the reasons why these Penn State World Campus students and alums returned to school to get their degrees online.

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April 5, 2021

Applying to a nursing program: Master of Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice

How to get into nursing school to continue your education online.

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April 5, 2021

Applying to a nursing program: RN to BSN

How to get into nursing school to continue your education online.

April 3, 2021

What you can do with a degree in history

History is a fascinating area of study with a virtually endless assortment of specialization possibilities.

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April 1, 2021

Capstone project improves disease mapping tool for Penn State Cancer Institute

The LionVu mapping tool was created in 2015 but needed an update by 2020. This master's degree student made a new version.

March 31, 2021

Virtual Social Justice Fair focuses on mass incarceration, racial justice

The events of this year’s fair are open to the Penn State World Campus community.

March 26, 2021

Why I chose Penn State World Campus

Penn State World Campus students and alumni shared what they are studying and why they chose to pursue their college degrees online.