Skip to main content
Penn State Wilkes-Barre
Report a Concern Give Now Visit Us Apply
  • Academics
    • Bachelor's Degree Programs
    • Associate Degree Programs
    • 2+2 Plan
    • Minors
    • Academic Services
  • Admissions
  • Tuition/Financial Aid
  • Information For
    • Prospective Students
    • Transfer Students
    • Parents/Families
    • Current Students
    • Athletes
    • Alumni/Friends
    • Visitors
    • Community
    • Working Professionals
    • Faculty/Staff
Full site navigation menu

This dialog contains the full navigation menu for this site.

Penn State Wilkes-Barre
Enter the terms you wish to search for.
Search type:
Report a Concern Give Now Visit Us Apply
  • This is Penn State
    • Chancellor’s Welcome
    • Campus Advisory Board
    • Campus Leadership
    • Mission, Vision, and Values
    • Quick Facts
    • Diversity
    • Sustainability
    • LaunchBox
    • Strategic Communications
    • Contact Us
  • Admissions
    • Why Penn State Wilkes-Barre?
    • First-Year Students
    • Transfer Students
    • Adult Students
    • Veterans and Military Students
    • International Students
    • High School Dual Enrollment
  • Tuition & Financial Aid
  • Academics
    • Associate Degrees
    • Bachelor’s Degrees
    • 2+2 Plan
    • Minors
  • Academic Services
    • Academic Advising
    • Campus Bookstore
    • Career Services
    • Disability Services
    • Information Technology Services
    • Learning Center
    • Media Commons
    • Nesbitt Library
    • Registrar
    • Student Success Services
  • Student Life
    • Student Affairs
    • Student Activities
    • Food Bank
    • Food Services
    • Housing Options
    • Health and Wellness
    • Personal Counseling
    • Legal Services
    • Police and Public Safety
  • Athletics
  • Continuing Education in Northeastern PA

Find Information For:

  • Prospective Students
  • Transfer Students
  • Parents/Families
  • Current Students
  • Athletes
  • Alumni/Friends
  • Visitors
  • Community
  • Working Professionals
  • Faculty/Staff

Helpful Links

  • Countdown to Cap and Gown
  • What's Happening
  • Blue Screen
  • Directories
  • Campus Map
  • Directions
  • Course Bulletin
  • Nesbitt Library
  • Inclement Weather
  • PSU Alerts
  • Police & Public Safety
  • Employment

Connect With Us

  • instagram
  • facebook
  • youtube
  1. Home
  2. Admissions

Transfer Student Admission

Welcome! Fresh start ahead.

At Penn State Wilkes-Barre the classes are small, the faculty is accessible and friendly, and the resources of a renowned Big Ten university await you! No matter where your journey may have started, Penn State could be your destination.

Are you a transfer student?

A transfer student is someone who has earned a high school diploma or the equivalent and who has attempted at least 18 semester credits at other regionally accredited colleges or universities before enrolling at Penn State.

One-on-one visits

Meet with a Penn State Wilkes-Barre transfer counselor to discuss everything you need to know about transferring to Penn State. We are here to make the process as easy as possible!

Transfer credits

An official evaluation of all transfer credits will occur after a student applies for admission and is accepted into a program. If an unofficial evaluation of your transfer credits is desired prior to applying, please visit our transfer credit tool or contact a transfer counselor.

Why Penn State Wilkes-Barre?

We’re pleased that you are considering Penn State as a college choice. At Penn State Wilkes-Barre, you can access the resources of a major university while interacting with small, friendly classes and faculty you can get to know. Convenient class schedules, financial aid, career counseling, outstanding faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities all combine to make your education the best it can be.

Penn State Wilkes-Barre offers outstanding academic opportunities. More than 275 Penn State majors can be started at Penn State Wilkes-Barre and completed at University Park or another Penn State location. In addition, several bachelor’s and associate degree programs can be completed at this campus.

Learn more about why you should choose Penn State Wilkes-Barre!

Transfer student Tyler Edwards '22: "I knew I'd be getting a lot more personal interactions with my professors here, and the cost was significantly less than other options I considered. It's also very valuable to have the Penn State name on your degree."

Transfer Student Admission

  • Transfers: Admission Requirements
  • Transfers: Apply to Penn State
  • Transfers: After Admission
Headshots of three transfer students

Transfer students share their stories

Admissions Office

office: Hayfield House 101
phone: (570) 675-9238
email: [email protected]

Hours:
Weekdays, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
(evenings by appt.)

Mailing Address:
Admissions
Penn State Wilkes-Barre
44 University Drive
Dallas, PA 18612

Meet Our Staff

See Also

  • Come Visit Us!
  • Admissions Requirements
  • Steps to Apply
  • Dates & Deadlines
  • International Admission
Map of Pennsylvania showing Penn State’s 24 locations with Penn State Wilkes-Barre highlighted.

Penn State Wilkes‑Barre

Located on a scenic estate just 13 miles from Wilkes‑Barre, Penn State Wilkes‑Barre offers four‑year baccalaureate degree programs, two‑year associate degree programs, and a wide range of professional develop­ment oppor­tunities. Our small classes encourage close inter­action with professors who are committed to helping you be successful.
  • instagram
  • facebook
  • youtube
Give Now Visit Us Apply
  • This is Penn State
    • Chancellor’s Welcome
    • Campus Advisory Board
    • Campus Leadership
    • Mission/Vision/Values
    • Quick Facts
    • Campus History
    • Diversity
    • Sustainability
    • Strategic Communications
    • Contact Us
  • Admissions
    • Why Penn State Wilkes-Barre?
    • Visit Us
    • First-Year Students
    • Transfer Students
    • Adult Students
    • Veterans and Military Students
    • International Students
    • High School Dual Enrollment
  • Tuition & Financial Aid
  • Academics
    • Associate Degrees
    • Bachelor's Degrees
    • 2+2 Plan
    • Minors
  • Academic Services
  • Student Life
  • Athletics
  • Contact Us
    • Administrative Offices
    • Department Directory
    • Faculty & Staff Directory
    • Employment
  • Online Tools
    • Account Management
    • Canvas
    • Email (Office365)
    • ePortfolio
    • Kaltura
    • LionCash+
    • LionPATH
    • LinkedIn Learning
    • Sites
    • Starfish
    • TurnItIn
    • Voicemail
    • WorkLion
    • Zoom
  • Helpful Links
    • PSUAlerts
    • Blue Screen
    • Class Cancellations
    • Calendar of Events
    • Schedule of Courses
    • Nesbitt Library
    • Directions
    • Campus Map
    • Employment
  • In Case of Inclement Weather
  • Police & Public Safety
Penn State University
44 University Drive, Dallas, Pennsylvania 18612 (570) 675-2171

Footer Legal Menu

  • Privacy
  • Non-discrimination
  • Accessibility
  • Copyright
  • The Pennsylvania State University © 2025
  • We Are Penn State