Whether you make Penn State Altoona your home for two or four years, you’ll be part of a supportive community where you can excel in the classroom, build relationships with faculty, and meet some of your best friends.
Many students start their Penn State experience at Altoona before transferring to the University Park Campus. We call it the 2+2 option, and it's a great choice for many of our students. Watch and listen as students Steven Douglass and Catherine Chardon share their experiences with the 2+2 option.
Learn more about the 2+2 Experience. Start your education at Penn State Altoona and complete it at another of our campus locations, including University Park.
