Learn more about Penn State University, a renowned research and educational institute that brings so much to State College, Centre County, and Pennsylvania.  

From its humble beginnings as the Farmers' High School of Pennsylvania to its current status as one of the nation’s premiere colleges, The Pennsylvania State University has come a long way since its founding in 1855.

Just take a stroll on its sprawling University Park Campus and through downtown State College, and you’ll begin to see why. With 46,000 undergraduate students alone, there’s an energy here that can’t be matched anywhere else. That energy is on full display during a variety of athletic events on campus; whether you’re rooting for one of the school’s 31 NCAA Division I teams, or simply taking in a club or intramural sport, there’s always a way to keep active and entertained here.

But don’t get too distracted — especially if you’re enrolled in one of the school’s 18 colleges. The university offers over 160 majors, 200 minors and 100 undergraduate certificates; as well as more than 190 graduate major programs, several stand-alone graduate minor programs and 100 graduate certificate programs. The school also has two separately accredited law programs and a World Campus online learning program, perfect for those looking to earn a Penn State degree from the comfort of their own home.

For those who prefer classroom learning but aren’t in close proximity to the University Park campus, you’re in luck. There are 19 commonwealth campuses, meaning students in all corners of the state have access to a quality Penn State education. Noteworthy special mission campuses include the Pennsylvania College of Technology in Williamsport, which offers certificates as well as degrees in over 10 technical fields; and Penn State College of Medicine in Hershey, the university’s medical school and teaching hospital.

With seemingly endless educational options, it’s hard to go wrong choosing a Penn State education … and it’s hard to go wrong choosing them as an employer, too! Penn State offers many excellent health-, financial- and professional growth-related benefits, including 75 percent off tuition for full-time faculty and their immediate family members. It’s no wonder that Penn State is a tradition for so many families!

And speaking of tradition and families, we’d me amiss not mentioning THON, the largest student-run philanthropy in the country, which aims to help children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Since 1977, THON has donated over $168 million to thousands of families across the state and beyond. These families are not only helped financially, but are welcomed into the Penn State community year after year, providing a welcomed distraction during their fight against pediatric cancer.

That works out perfectly, as distractions are easy to come by at Penn State — especially when you factor in all the area has to offer. The university is surrounded by the diverse community of State College, which, with the help of Penn State, offers amenities usually found only in larger cities. From its great nightlife to the amazing outdoor attractions in surrounding Centre County, there’s something for just about everyone in "Happy Valley." 

We’d welcome the chance to help make the Penn State community your own. Call us today with any questions you may have, or simply browse the links below for more information.

As always, we’re here to help, in any way we can. 

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Homes for Sale Near Penn State April 16, 2021
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650 Fairway Road State College, PA 16803
$1,600,000
54
650 Fairway Road
State College, PA 16803
College Heights West
7
Beds
5F11/2
Baths
6,951
Sq.Ft.
Kissinger Bigatel & Brower/S
Pending
915-13 Southgate Drive State College, PA 16801
$186,000
3
915-13 Southgate Drive
State College, PA 16801
Bracebridge
3
Beds
2F11/2
Baths
1,378
Sq.Ft.
Re/Max Centre Realty
Open 4/18
612 Beaver Avenue State College, PA 16801
$379,900
37
612 Beaver Avenue
State College, PA 16801
State College Boro
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,223
Sq.Ft.
Keller Williams Advantage Realty
333 Allen Street S State College, PA 16801
$295,000
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333 Allen Street S
State College, PA 16801
 
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,333
Sq.Ft.
Re/Max Centre Realty
160 Waypoint Circle State College, PA 16801
$499,000
41
160 Waypoint Circle
State College, PA 16801
 
4
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
3,000
Sq.Ft.
Yocum Real Estate Centre, Llc
333 Allen Street S State College, PA 16801
$289,900
30
333 Allen Street S
State College, PA 16801
 
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,333
Sq.Ft.
Kissinger Bigatel & Brower/N
804 Fairmount Avenue W State College, PA 16801
$699,000
43
804 Fairmount Avenue W
State College, PA 16801
Holmes-Foster
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,712
Sq.Ft.
Kissinger Bigatel & Brower/S
Pending
1018 Crabapple Drive State College, PA 16801
$245,000
20
1018 Crabapple Drive
State College, PA 16801
Greentree
3
Beds
1F11/2
Baths
1,220
Sq.Ft.
Re/Max Centre Realty
Pending
710 Atherton Street S State College, PA 16801
$135,000
710 Atherton Street S
State College, PA 16801
Pepper Mill
1
Beds
1
Baths
594
Sq.Ft.
Kissinger Bigatel & Brower/S
Pending
915 Bayberry Drive State College, PA 16801
$369,900
53
915 Bayberry Drive
State College, PA 16801
Greentree
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,149
Sq.Ft.
Re/Max Centre Realty
600 Allen Street N State College, PA 16803
$449,900
27
600 Allen Street N
State College, PA 16803
College Heights
5
Beds
3F11/2
Baths
2,644
Sq.Ft.
Kissinger Bigatel & Brower/S
Pending
610 Gill Street S State College, PA 16801
$710,000
67
610 Gill Street S
State College, PA 16801
Holmes-Foster
4
Beds
2F21/2
Baths
4,117
Sq.Ft.
Re/Max Centre Realty
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Read about Penn State Alumni, Ed & Helen Hintz and their generous donation to the Penn State Student Advocacy Fund: https://www.1kbb.com/blog/penn-state-alumni-help-penn-state-students/