Step foot onto campus during a Pennsylvania Western University Open House. Spend time with Admissions, Financial Aid, various campus departments and current students. Get a feel for campus life during your student-led tour, learn more about PennWest opportunities and enjoy a complimentary lunch in our dining hall. Attendees will receive an application fee waiver to apply!
Visit Us
You Have Options at PennWest
There is a PennWest campus that is a perfect fit for your college experience. Whether it is the picturesque riverside campus in California, the beautiful lakeside campus at Edinboro, or the charming college town of Clarion, you have options. Schedule a campus visit, and we can show you around, answer all your questions about life on campus, what you can study, how to get financial aid, and help you advance in your college search. You can also get your application fee waived when you visit.
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Open House
Dates coming soon.
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Daily Campus Visits
Explore campus on a day that fits your schedule! Enjoy a student led campus tour that includes academic buildings, housing, student life and other buildings of interest. You will also attend a small group presentation that covers fast facts, admissions, cost of attendance, and scholarships. Visitors will also receive an application fee waiver to apply!
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Transfer Visits
Join the PennWest transfer admissions staff for an on-campus visit. You will experience a walking tour across campus, as well as an admission overview. During this in person visit bring your questions as well as your transcript. The team will be ready to provide an instant admissions decision and an unofficial transfer credit evaluation!
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Global Online
Pennsylvania Western University offers an online experience designed to help you get to where you want to be, from wherever you are. Are you ready to build your future at PennWest? Join us for one of our virtual group information sessions or schedule to meet, one on one, with an expert Global Online Admissions Counselor.
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Art Tours
You will have the opportunity to tour our PennWest Edinboro Art Department studios, classrooms and galleries with a currently enrolled Art student.
Campuses
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PennWest California
World-class academics are just the beginning at PennWest California. Sprawling across 294 acres along the Monongahela River, this campus is less than one hour from the internationally renowned city of Pittsburgh, with its arts, culture, sports teams, and business connections.Learn More -
PennWest Clarion
Looking for an environment that supports you as you transition to college life, fosters independence and personal growth, and provides you with opportunities for meaningful community engagement? Welcome to PennWest Clarion. Root for our many athletic teams. Or take advantage of the scenic trails and outdoor activities on the beautiful Clarion River and nearby Cook Forest State Park.Learn More -
PennWest Edinboro
Imagine yourself on a beautiful lakeside campus, surrounded by people who share your interests—and others who can offer a new perspective. Wondering if you’ll fit in? There are more than 140 student clubs and organizations, ranging from the Student Government Association and faith-based clubs to athletic teams and service groups.Learn More
In Your Area
Our admissions team of professionals are available for any questions you may have throughout the entire admissions process. They also travel to many high schools, local colleges, and college fairs, to help guide students in their academic journey.
Make a Date to Visit PennWest
Come visit us and have your application fee waived
Receive an application fee waiver when you come to explore any of PennWest’s campuses. Visit on a day that fits your schedule. Our student-led campus tour will guide you through academic buildings, housing, student life and athletic facilities, and other places of interest. You will also be able to attend a small group presentation to learn more about fast facts, how to apply, affording college, securing financial aid, and what you need to qualify for scholarships.
Transfer students are welcome any time
We believe PennWest is your next step toward success. Join our transfer admissions staff for an on-campus visit, see our beautiful campuses, meet with current students and staff, and find out more about campus life and leadership opportunities. Bring your questions and transcripts, and the team will be ready to provide an instant admissions decision and an unofficial transfer credit evaluation!
International Students
No need to travel around the globe to explore PennWest University, a special one-on-one virtual visit has been designed for international students who are considering PennWest. Meet with an Admissions Counselor to discuss your interests and receive personalized information about your future as a PennWest student. Learn more about admissions, cost of attendance and other areas of interest during your session. Contact Meighan Lloyd at mlloyd@pennwest.edu to schedule your virtual visit.