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New Student Orientation

Welcome to Penn State! 

We are excited that you've chosen Penn State Greater Allegheny and look forward to working with you as you join our campus community. Our in-person orientation program will feature engagements with student orientation leaders and campus employees who will support you with programs and services that assist your successful academic, social, and personal transition to, and through, the University.

Select the appropriate category to learn the steps for transitioning to Penn State:

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Orientation Reservations

Reservations for orientation open in early April. When booking, select a date that allows you and a member of your personal support circle to spend the day with us on our beautiful campus! During orientation, you’ll participate in breakout sessions, tour the campus, meet with an academic adviser, and more. Concurrent programming options will be available for family members to ensure they receive essential orientation information. Be sure to add them as your guest(s) to keep them informed!

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Located just 15 miles from Pittsburgh in McKeesport, Penn State Greater Allegheny is a residential campus that combines personal support with the strength of a world-class Penn State education, offering ten bachelor’s degrees, five associate degrees, and the first two years of Penn State’s 275+ majors. Students enjoy a close-knit campus experience with big-city access and real-world opportunities from day one.
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