Penn State Abington

Discover endless opportunities for academic and personal growth through the Chaiken Center for Student Achievement, NCAA and intramural athletics, and clubs and organizations. Watch four students share advice on how to approach your first year.

Students can join the Abington College Undergraduate Research Activities program, where they work on projects with faculty mentors. This hands-on experience helps students build close relationships and develop leadership skills.

Abington offers two honors programs for high-achieving students: the Abington Honors Program and the Schreyer Honors College. These programs provide enriching academic experiences through special honors courses, research opportunities, and creative projects.

Abington students experience a global classroom with peers from more than forty countries. This rich diversity fosters a vibrant, inclusive environment that enhances learning and personal growth.

Experience a welcoming community that is fully invested in your success. Classes at Abington are small, and you will get individualized attention from faculty who are accomplished in their fields and take a genuine interest in your future.

Explore Abington’s creative culture. In the classroom, students receive hands-on instruction from faculty with strong connections to Philadelphia's art communities. Campus facilities for performing arts and art galleries create an environment to explore your artistic interests.

Discover Lions Gate: Enjoy modern living in a supportive, safe, and close-knit community with dedicated, professional staff. Lions Gate student apartments are a quick walk to campus—or hop on a shuttle!