Accepted Student Day
April 13, 2025
It's finally here. We couldn't be more excited to celebrate our accepted and deposited students! Mark your calendars for an action-packed day where future Wildcats will be challenged to escape their comfort zones, make new connections, and get to know the home of hands-on learning.
Here's what's in store for you.
Check-In
Check-in any time between 10 and 11 a.m. at the Madigan Library. We can't wait to kick things off. Stop by for your activity guide and we'll help you plan your day.
Start Exploring
Choose from an exciting lineup of activities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Students can engage in speed friending, try their luck at bingo, trivia, and so much more. Parents & supporters can attend the Resource Fair, hear from parents of current Penn College students, and grab a bite to eat on campus.
Please note this event does not include tours of academic programs and labs.
Student Activities
Bring your A-game to CC Commons and sink some shots with a few good old-fashioned games of billiards.
Ready. Set. Go. Speed friending is the fastest route to breaking the ice with soon-to-be roommates, classmates, and the campus community.
Whether you’re a first generation college student, a part of the LGBTQIA community, or a supportive ally, we have current students ready to welcome you with open arms. Stop by and get to know us!
Here's your chance to ask questions about life at Penn College. Hear directly from resident assistants and current students who've been down the exciting road you're about to travel.
The day is yours.
Check out all the options. You'll have plenty of time to explore the areas that interest you most.
Parent & Supporter Activities
This is an opportunity for parents and families to check out key support services. From disability and access resources to veteran and military services, your student will have a full circle of support to elevate their journey. Swing by the Resource Fair to meet other families and supporters and learn about the many services designed to help your student thrive.
As a parent and supporter, you want only the best for your new college student. That's why we put together this panel where you can get details from real Penn College parents.
When it comes to financial aid and tuition, knowledge is power. Check out this session to learn about financial aid, loan options, and your student's tuition bill.
Did you know that our graduates report a 97.7% placement rate? That's because programs are designed to meet industry need. It's also thanks to the amazing support offered by the team at the Center for Career Design and Alumni Relations. Stop by to learn about their resources and hear what alumni are accomplishing after graduation.
Don’t forget to take a break from the celebration and enjoy lunch and desserts at various locations across campus.
Hop aboard a trolley to see historic Williamsport. Experience the city former lumber barons called home and get a glimpse of what's in store for future Wildcats.
Get answers to your questions.
Connect with resources that will help your student thrive.
Activities for All
Rep Penn College with swag from the College Store. Swing by for everything from your new favorite hoodie to tools, uniforms, and more.
Before you know it, students will be planning their next visit to campus. New Student Orientation is just around the corner. Swing by to learn what's in store during this event.
Ready to make it official? Stop by the Admissions Office to confirm your intent to enroll or talk next steps.
Tour the campus’s creative space where tools, equipment, and free supplies allow students to pursue their own projects and interests. Make your own mug, custom keychain, test your skills in a paper airplane contest, and so much more!
We know how hard you worked to get here- take a break, on us. The recharge lounge allows students and supporters to unplug, color, relax, and more.
Explore together.
Partner up for activities that are better explored together.
Campus Map
Want a head start on the day? Check out the map before you come and choose your path. You can print now or hang tight and use the map included in the guide you'll get during check-in.