Penn State Brandywine Fact Sheet

PENN STATE

BRANDY WINE EST. 1967

Penn State Brandywine is where a convenient location, quality academics, and tuition savings come together in a place that will change your life.

ACADEMICS

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BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMS

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE STUDENT TO FACULTY RATIO FACULTY MEMBERS

PLUS THE FIRST 2 YEARS OF STUDY FOR NEARLY ALL OF PENN STATE’S 275+ MAJORS

~1,300

UNDERGRADUATE

BACCALAUREATE American Studies Biology Business Communication Arts and Sciences Communications Cybersecurity Analytics and Operations Engineering English Human Development and Family Studies Information Sciences and Technology Letters, Arts, and Sciences Bachelor of Philosophy Project and Supply Chain Management Psychology

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MINORS American Studies Biology Business Civic and Community Engagement Communication Arts and Sciences English Environmental Inquiry Game Development Global and International Studies Human Development and Family Studies Information Sciences and Technology Peace and Conflict Studies Psychology Security and Risk Analysis Women’s Studies Youth Development and Social Justice

16% AFRICAN AMERICAN 2% INTERNATIONAL

12% ASIAN AMERICAN

MEDIA, PA

20 MILES

WEST OF PHILADELPHIA

STUDENT LIFE

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS ASSOCIATE Business Administration Letters, Arts, & Sciences

LOCATED IN

6% HISPANIC AMERICAN

STUDENTS FROM

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STATES AND

250

STUDENTS IN ON-CAMPUS HOUSING + MORE OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING LOCALLY

25+

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

16 INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETIC TEAMS + CLUB TEAMS & INTRAMURALS BASEBALL (M) BASKETBALL (M,W) CROSS COUNTRY (M,W) GOLF (M) SOCCER (M,W) SOFTBALL (W) TENNIS (M,W) TRACK, INDOOR (M,W) TRACK, OUTDOOR (M,W) VOLLEYBALL (W)

COUNTRIES

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STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS

INTERNSHIPS COMPLETED BY PENN STATE BRANDYWINE STUDENTS EACH YEAR

PART OF PENN STATE’S WORLD-WIDE

$500,000+ CAMPUS SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED ANNUALLY

+ 700,000 ALUMNI NETWORK Ranked #1 by College magazine

The campus also offers the first two years of study leading to more than 275 baccalaureate majors offered throughout Penn State. At the transfer level, Penn State Brandywine serves students from all Penn State campuses and from community colleges and other accredited colleges and universities.

Penn State Brandywine offers the personal experience of a small campus and a welcoming environment combined with the resources of a major research university – with easy access to Philadelphia.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES

Honors Program The Cooper and Schreyer Honors Programs at Penn State Brandywine support and encourage a diverse group of students who take a deeper scholarly approach to their academic studies. The devoted faculty and staff promote critical thinking and academic achievement in an intellectually stimulating environment.

Study Abroad: Global Programs Penn State Brandywine Global Programs offers courses with short-term travel to destinations worldwide. Each course includes pre-travel and post-travel coursework.

Travel components are between six and nine days in length, taking place during breaks in the University’s academic calendar.

Undergraduate Research Penn State Brandywine has a rich history of engaging undergraduate students in a range of research experiences. Our students work with faculty mentors and have the opportunity to present their research

at our campus-based undergraduate research symposium or at professional conferences.

Internships and Co-ops At Penn State Brandywine, 83 percent of graduates complete at least one internship. We emphasize the importance of internships to apply classroom learning to real world experiences. Advising and Career Services helps students prepare for life beyond Brandywine, from choosing a major to pursuing experiential learning, employment or further education.

STUDENT LIFE

Athletics The Brandywine campus has sixteen varsity-level intercollegiate sports teams. Our student-athletes compete in the Penn State University Athletic Conference (PSUAC) and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA).

Brandywine also offers various intramural sports throughout the school year.

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ATHLETIC FACILITIES

The Blue Apple Café is a full-scale food court offering an extensive menu of freshly prepared as well as grab ‘n’ go items.

MAIN BUILDING

Penn State Brandywine opened its first residence hall, along with a new student union, in August 2017.

Orchard Hall offers convenient and comfortable on-campus housing for 250 students.

VAIRO LIBRARY

Vairo Library offers over 50,000 books, DVDs and leisure reading materials, with electronic access to millions more library materials and full-text research articles to support your studies.

Facilities include group study areas, quiet individual work spaces, a multimedia studio, and writing/ STEM/tutoring assistance centers.

Clubs and Organizations Penn State Brandywine encourages students’ participation in an array of active student organizations and other campus opportunities. By joining a club, becoming an orientation leader over the summer, or attending leadership development programs, students can easily get involved with campus life and build valuable skills.

ADMISSION

First-Year Students Penn State reviews applications throughout the year, but we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible in the fall. The application becomes available online beginning August 1. Applicants who submit all necessary application materials by November 30 have the best chance of being accepted to the campus and major of their choice.

Transfer Students Interested in transferring to Penn State? You can apply to Penn State Brandywine as a transfer student once you have completed 18 credits at another accredited college or

The Commons/Athletic Center includes a main gym, an auxiliary gym, and a fitness center with cardiovascular and weight machines and free weights. The campus also has six outdoor tennis courts and a multipurpose sport court.

The Main Building includes classrooms and faculty and administrative offices, including admissions, financial aid, the registrar, and the bursar.

TOMEZSKO BUILDING

The Tomezsko Building includes classrooms, faculty offices and a student lounge/event space.

university. Eligibility and requirements vary by degree program, so we recommend communicating with our admissions staff throughout the entire transfer application process.

Veterans Penn State Brandywine is proud to offer the following services to current veteran students: use of VA Educational Benefits (G.I. Bill®, VEAP, etc.), in-state tuition, priority registration, mental health services, career services, and more.

Financial Aid Our financial aid staff can help you identify and apply for a variety of grants, loans, work-study, campus employment programs, and scholarships to help make your college education more affordable.

Scholarships are available to both first-year and returning students. If you’re accepted to Penn State Brandywine, you’ll automatically be considered for scholarships as a new student. Returning students may apply for additional scholarships each spring.

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undergraduate campus of The Pennsylvania State University, one of the nation’s largest and most widely recognized academic institutions. The campus enrolls about 1,300 students and offers 14 bachelor’s and 2 associate degree programs.

HOUSING AND DINING

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