At Penn State Altoona, you'll find the appeal of a small, private college, with the name recognition and prestige of a major research university. You'll find world-class faculty at Penn State Altoona. Small classes and excellent support systems enable students to reach their fullest potential. The small campus environment allows for a comprehensive learning experience while combining the high stan
dards of a major research university. Penn State Altoona, one of the 24 locations making up the Penn State system, is a full-service, four-year, residential campus located less than 45 miles from the research campus at University Park. Penn State Altoona offers baccalaureate degree programs, associate degree programs, and the first two years of course work for more than 275 Penn State majors that can be completed at other Penn State campuses.