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- English requirement is visible around IELTS 6.5.
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The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) is a major public land-grant research university whose flagship campus is in University Park (State College), Pennsylvania, with additional campuses across the state and a large online World Campus. Founded in 1855 as the Farmers’ High School of Pennsylvania, it grew into one of the largest and most comprehensive universities in the United States, known for research, engineering, business, agriculture, and a strong alumni network. Penn State is classified as an R1 doctoral university with very high research activity and operates extensive academic, athletic, and research facilities. The University Park campus is set in a classic college-town environment and is among the largest contiguous university campuses in the U.S. The Nittany Lions athletic programs and Big Ten membership are central to campus identity and national visibility. Admissions, student services, and outreach are coordinated through the University Park hub and the broader Penn State system, serving tens of thousands of undergraduate and graduate students, including a substantial international population.
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Academics & Programs
12 programs catalogued.
Admissions Intelligence
Real outcomes, your fit.
Entry requirements
- IELTS
- 6.5+
- TOEFL
- 80+
- Duolingo
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- PTE
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- Application deadline
- Varies
- Application fee
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Cost & ROI
Tuition, living, scholarships.
Athletic talent, GPA 3.0+
Citizens of China, GPA 3.0+
Underrepresented groups, GPA 3.0+
GPA 3.5+, IELTS 7.0+
Financial need, GPA 3.0+
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Outcomes
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Top recruiters
Post-study & PR
Most United States universities offer 2-3 year post-study work options for international graduates.
Voices
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