At Penn State Greater Allegheny, we offer opportunities to waive the $65 application fee for prospective students who visit our campus or meet with an admissions counselor at their high school, college, or at a college fair. Follow the steps below to apply for free:

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Visit Penn State Greater Allegheny

  • Register for a Campus Visit: Explore our campus by scheduling a visit or attending an admissions event. Visit our campus visits page to sign up.
  • Meet with an Admissions Counselor: If you are unable to visit campus, meet with an 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 will need this for the Self-Reported Transcript and Academic Record System (SRAR) section of your Penn State application.

Step 3: Complete Your Application

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

Step 4: Submit the Fee Waiver Request Form

  • Complete the fee waiver request form below. After submission, the admissions team will process your request and notify you via email once it has been approved. You may then finalize and submit your application.
  • Please do not submit payment during the application process. Once payment is made, fee waivers cannot be processed or refunded.

Need More Information?

If you have questions before applying, contact us:

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

Application Fee Waiver Request

Visit Information
Please provide the name of the event. If you met with us outside of an event, say "Campus Visit."
Meeting Information
Your MyPennState ID will look something like xyz1234
Please provide your Common App ID (CAID).
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