Pennsylvania State University, Penn State Mont Alto

Our vision is “To improve our local, regional, and global communities by providing a high-quality university education.”

To provide students with opportunities for a high-quality education, expand the boundaries of knowledge through research and scholarship, and contribute to the socio-economic well-being and cultural enrichment of our communities.

Penn State is an internationally recognized comprehensive university, offering more than 160 undergraduate majors, plus hundreds of possibilities for double majors, minors, options, and other ways to tailor your education to your interests.

Penn State Mont Alto can offer you the best of both worlds, a small campus atmosphere with all the opportunities of a major research institution. Students at Mont Alto have many different academic goals. Some choose to start one of over 160 degree programs here and then complete their program at another Penn State campus, while other pursue both two- and four-year programs that can be completed right at Mont Alto.

Would you like to start with an Associate degree, then transition to a Bachelor's degree? Consider planning a creative path by starting at Penn State Mont Alto and then following up with a second program here. Your second Penn State degree can complement your first!

Career Services is here to assist Penn State Mont Alto students and alumni with all aspects of career planning. Career Services can help with choosing a major and deciding on a career path, writing an effective resume and cover letter, developing strong interview skills, searching for employment or internship opportunities, and networking with possible employers.

Penn State encourages academically qualified students with disabilities to take advantage of its educational programs. It is the policy of the University not to discriminate against the disabled in its admission policies, procedures or its educational programs, services and activities. No qualified student with a disability may be excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of, any course or course of study on the basis of disability.

Penn State is one of the ten largest universities in the United States. Its mission is to improve the lives of people in Pennsylvania, the nation, and the world through integrated programs in teaching, research, and public service. Penn State Mont Alto is a residential campus that offers housing for students studying here from various countries around the world! Our serene setting allows you to truly connect with your instructors, as the student to faculty ratio in average classes is 13 to 1.

Penn State Mont Alto plays a vital role in serving the educational needs of our community, and we can help you overcome the challenges that prevent you from continuing along your career path. Keep reading to discover existing educational services and opportunities for personal growth that span all ages - right here in your neighborhood.

Academic advising at Penn State Mont Alto is carried out by both Professional Advisers in the DUS Advising Center and Faculty Advisers across campus. Prospective students can obtain assistance from and direct their questions to the Admissions Office. DUS aspires to lead the continuing development of the academic advising profession at Penn State and across the nation. We will demonstrate our leadership by contributing to the scholarship of advising, guiding the continuing development of professional standards, and providing the advising community with the most exemplary advising practices and the most sophisticated assessment models.

The Division of Student Affairs and the Offices of Campus and Residence Life provide services and programs that are designed to complement formal classroom learning, enrich the collegiate experience, and promote student success.

Counseling services provides individual counseling, crisis intervention, and psychological evaluations for students, as well as prevention and consultation services for the University community.