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Student Reviews of Pennsylvania State University

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based on 87 reviews

  • Eric from Winburne, PA

    Great for anyone really. Even a small town boy like me who hates large crowds has found his place in good ole State. Numerous clubs, activities, and top of the line classes in any field make this a college accessible by anyone. Even the small town… more read full review

    Great for anyone really. Even a small town boy like me who hates large crowds has found his place in good ole State. Numerous clubs, activities, and top of the line classes in any field make this a college accessible by anyone. Even the small town boy can fit in because the town is small enough while still accommodating the big city party kid. You will have a few lecture classes so if you completely are against lecture halls then stay clear of PSU but once you make it through some of the base level classes the sizes shrink. I refuse to say that anyone can't find their place. Happy Valley welcomes everyone. read full review

  • Caitlyn from State College, PA

    Yes, Penn State is well known for its drinking and for its Greek life. But don't let that be the be-all, end-all of your college career.
    DON'T immediately get lost in the partying scene of Penn State - while its okay to party and have fun,… more read full review

    Yes, Penn State is well known for its drinking and for its Greek life. But don't let that be the be-all, end-all of your college career.
    DON'T immediately get lost in the partying scene of Penn State - while its okay to party and have fun, learn how to do it in moderation so that you don't end up screwing up your G.P.A. (and in turn, screwing yourself over) in your first year - you'll still be paying for it two years later and its a lot easier to do than you'd think.
    DO go to the involvement fairs. In Alumni hall in the HUB running for a week straight at the beginning of the semesters there are booths and booths of clubs and activities across the Penn State community, with different groups every day. If a group even mildly interests you, put your name on the list serv. You can always take it off later if you choose.
    DO get a planner or some method of keeping track of when all projects and deadlines are due. They have a nasty way of creeping up on you.
    DON'T take the buses unless you have to. Long walks across campus will help you NOT gain the Freshman 15.
    DON'T make a habit of always skipping class. Sure its okay to miss one here or there, but by telling yourself that its okay to constantly miss class, you'll screw yourself over in the class and develop a habit that may be harder to break in the future. read full review

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Pennsylvania State University Scholarships

Merit Scholarships Available:

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Alpha Natural Resources / AMFIRE Mining Company Scholarship - R
Andrews Family Scholarship - R
BAE Scholarship: For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) - R
Barbara M. Shannon Honors Scholarship - R
Bunton-Waller Graduate Awards Program - R R
Christopher W. Barnes Honors Scholarship - R
College of HHD Alumni Board Honors Scholarship - R
Core Lab Scholarship - R
Dean and Harriet Girton Scholarship in Food Science - R
Dean's Freshman Scholarship $500 - $2,500 y n n
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