The MyPennState Application is available for First-year (Freshman) and Transfer applicants. U.S. citizens and International students may submit the MyPennState application.
The first step of the application process is to Penn State account, if you do not have one already. MyPennState is where future students can access the online application.
Applying to Penn State via the Common App is available to first-year (freshman) U.S. citizens and international students. If applying through the Common App, Penn State will create a Penn State account when the application is submitted and you will receive instructions on how to access your profile. If you intend to apply with the Common App, you do not need create a Penn State account prior to submitting your application.
Transfer student applications should be submitted through the MyPennState application.
Review our Penn State Publications to learn more about opportunities for students interested in joining the Penn State Community.