Penn State Mont Alto

Located in south-central Pennsylvania, our campus is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and kayaking, all within reach of cities like Harrisburg, Washington D.C., Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Embrace adventure and explore exciting opportunities both on and off campus.

Dive into in-demand fields such as nursing, business, and project and supply chain management. Here, you'll engage in hands-on learning with small class sizes and get personalized attention from committed faculty. Enjoy a vibrant student life and uncover the ideal path for your future in a supportive environment.

Discover the Mont Alto LaunchBox, an exciting entrepreneurial hub designed for future innovators like you. This dynamic space connects you with regional entrepreneurs and small business owners, providing access to essential resources for building successful and sustainable ventures.

Explore a range of clubs and organizations like Penn State THON, the world’s largest student-run philanthropy, student government, and alternative spring break. Whether you're looking to make a difference, lead change, or try something new, there’s a place for you to get involved and grow.

Experience cutting-edge learning spaces tailored for your academic journey. Our specialized facilities, including the Allied Health Building, engineering lab, and the newly redesigned physics, chemistry, anatomy and physiology, and biology labs, are all crafted with input from our dedicated faculty.

Immerse yourself in real-world experiences. Nursing, physical therapist assistant, and occupational therapy programs offer clinical placements in renowned health care facilities, while forest technology students gain practical experience in our Arboretum and in the community. On-campus, there are a variety of laboratories that provide interactive, hands-on learning.

Our programs offer exciting internship opportunities that can result with opportunities at top organizations like WellSpan, Amazon, Volvo, and State Farm Insurance. Whether you’re aiming to break into healthcare, tech, engineering, or business, you’ll find pathways to gain hands-on skills and boost your career prospects.

Imagine studying human development and family studies while immersing yourself in the rich culture of Florence, Italy. Our study-away program offers a unique chance to explore a new country, gain international perspectives, and enhance your academic experience.

Get involved in service learning and leadership through dynamic experiences that make a difference. For instance, students recently participated in Alternative Spring Break, traveling to Eagle Butte, SD, to volunteer with the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe of the Lakota Nation. Additionally, there are numerous opportunities within the local community designed to unite students and create a meaningful impact.