Getting Started

Congratulations on your decision to further your education. Thank you for selecting Penn State World Campus. Whether your goals are career advancement, degree completion, or personal enrichment, we have many programs to meet your needs.

The first step toward earning a Penn State degree or certificate is completing the online application. If you are a returning, international, or military student, or have credits you may be transferring, you may have additional considerations when applying. Review the how-to-apply process for your program carefully and reach out to our admissions team with any questions.

Penn State World Campus Application Deadlines

Application deadlines for Penn State World Campus will vary based on the program, the degree level, and your preferred starting semester. Use the How To Apply Tool to find the program you are interested in pursuing, and the application deadlines and start dates will appear.

If you have any questions about application deadlines and start dates, don’t hesitate to contact Admissions at [email protected].

How to Apply Tool

Please note that admission prerequisites and application requirements vary by program. Use the tool to learn about the application process for graduate and undergraduate programs.