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Waive Your Application Fee

At Penn State Greater Allegheny, we offer opportunities to waive the $65 application fee for prospective students. Follow these steps to apply for free:

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Visit Penn State Greater Allegheny

  • Register for a Campus Visit: Explore our vibrant campus by scheduling a visit or attending an admissions event. Visit our Schedule a Visit page to sign up.

  • Meet with an Admissions Counselor: If you can't visit campus, meet with a Penn State Greater Allegheny admissions counselor at your high school, college, or a college fair.

Step 2: Obtain Your High School Transcript

  • Request an unofficial transcript from your high school guidance office. You'll need this for the Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) section of your Penn State application.

Step 3: Fill Out Your Application

  • Complete your Penn State application through MyPennState or the  Common App. When prompted for payment, do not enter any credit card information or submit payment.

Step 4: Submit the Fee Waiver Request Form

  • Complete the fee waiver request form provided. After submission, we'll process your fee waiver and notify you via email once it's approved. You can then finalize and submit your application.

Please refrain from paying the application fee or entering payment information during the application process. Once payment is made, fee waivers cannot be processed or refunded.

Need More Information?

If you have questions or need more information before applying, here are some options:

  • Fill out an information request form.
  • Email: psuga@psu.edu.
  • Call us at 412-675-9010.

Apply today and take advantage of the opportunity to join Penn State Greater Allegheny without the application fee.

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Suite 123, Frable Building
4000 University Drive
McKeesport, PA 15132

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Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Suite 123, Frable Building
4000 University Drive
McKeesport, PA 15132

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Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Penn State Greater Allegheny, located in McKeesport just 15 miles from Pittsburgh, offers a supportive, close-knit campus community with access to the vast resources of Penn State. As the only Penn State campus to offer a Bachelor in Social Work, it provides unique academic opportunities in a convenient, student-focused environment.
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