New Kensington

Spring semester admissions events at New Kensington

Prospective students have numerous opportunities to explore campus

UPPER BURRELL, Pa. — The Admissions Office at Penn State New Kensington is holding five events during the spring semester for prospective students and parents. The events — Be a Student for a Day, Scholarships and Smoothies, Application Day, Transfer Student Open House, and Spring Open House — are spread out over three months, February to April.

-- Be a Student for a Day, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3Prospective students get a glimpse of college life firsthand at the campus. High school students and adult learners can sit in on college classes, interact with current students, and take in the campus' atmosphere. Participants will learn about admissions requirements and the financial aid process. Attendees can enjoy a free lunch in Cafe 780.-- Scholarships and Smoothies, 3:30 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 3The financial aid event explores scholarship opportunities at the campus and also the private scholarship search process. Prospective students and their families can enjoy free smoothies from the campus coffee bar, The Junction.

-- Application Day, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday, Feb. 15Application Day provides prospective students with help in filling out an application and allows for on-the-spot admissions interviews. Admissions decisions will be made within the week for students interested in Penn State New Kensington and who bring official transcripts with them to the event. The $50 application fee will also be waived during this event.

-- Spring Open House, 9 a.m., Saturday, April 9A chance for prospective students and their families to explore the campus and meet with students, faculty, staff and alumni.

-- Transfer Student Open House, 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, May 18Prospective transfer students can get acquainted with the campus and Penn State's wide variety of academic programs.

To register for any of the programs, call 724-334-LION or 888-968-PAWS.

For more about admissions, visit http://www.nk.psu.edu/Admissions/admevents.htm.

Last Updated January 27, 2016

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