Founded in 1948, this school offers numerous baccalaureate programs as well as the first 2 years of most Penn State University Park baccalaureate programs. It offers courses in business, humanties, social sciences, science, engineering technology, and engineering. There are 4 undergraduate schools and 1 graduate school. The 700 acre campus is in a suburban area 5 miles east of
Erie. Including residence halls, there are 39 buildings.
Fraternities, sororities and over 80 clubs and organizations are on campus. Campus tours are available.