Visit Us!

Curious about Penn State Wilkes-Barre? Come see us, either virtually or in person. And bonus—there’s NO application fee when you visit us!

Make an appointment to speak with an admissions counselor, or join us for an Open House or other event below. (See directions to the campus.) And while you’re here, we encourage you to take the time to investigate area housing options and learn about our region.

Want to check out the campus before you visit? See our virtual tour here.

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Fall Visits

Looking for a more personalized experience? Join us on campus for a one-on-one visit to learn what it’s like to be a Penn Stater. Meet with our admissions team, get information on Penn State Wilkes-Barre’s affordability and financial aid opportunities, and take a tour of our beautiful campus. We look forward to welcoming you this fall!

For more information or if you require an alternate time, please call the Admissions office at 570-675-9238 or email [email protected].

Surveying Career Summit

Wednesday, October 16, 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.

Did you know that Penn State Wilkes-Barre offers the only 4-year Surveying Engineering program in Pennsylvania?

Students from across the area are invited to join us for a day of career exploration about the surveying profession. This is an opportunity to network with Penn State Wilkes-Barre students currently enrolled in our Surveying Engineering program (2- and 4-year degrees) and hear from employers about the possibilities that exist after earning your degree.

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Penn State Day Open House

Saturday, October 19, 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Want to know what it’s like to be a Penn Stater? Join us on campus to explore all the options and opportunities. Here are just a few of the aspects of Penn State Wilkes-Barre you’ll learn about during this event:

Degree options: Complete one of our two- or four-year programs at Penn State Wilkes‑Barre or start your four-year degree here and finish at another Penn State campus, like University Park (the 2+2 Plan).
Affordability: 91% of our students receive financial assistance, including scholarships.
Campus life: Intercollegiate athletics. Clubs and activities. An Honors Program focused on interactive and challenging coursework, service, and enrichment opportunities. There are many ways to get involved—and most importantly, to make your mark here.

Lunch and complete campus tours will also be available.

Exploring STEAM Careers

Wednesday, November 6, 8:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

Students are invited to join us for a day of hands-on STEAM activities and career exploration at Penn State Wilkes-Barre. Session topics will include Chemistry, Engineering, Information Technology, Math, and Surveying Engineering. Lunch will be provided.

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Virtual Visits

Prefer to meet virtually? Can’t visit campus in-person? Schedule a one-on-one Zoom session with one of our admissions counselors. You’ll learn about our academic programs, the admissions process, financial aid opportunities, campus life, and more. Please call the Admissions office at 570-675-9238 or email [email protected] to schedule a time.