Penn State Hazleton

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Penn State Hazleton accepts transfer credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Penn State Hazleton does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 60% of students who start college at Penn State Hazleton finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Penn State Hazleton offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No	Note
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted			Unknown
IB Credits Accepted			Unknown
Summer Classes Available		X
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: Penn State Hazleton may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Do I Have To Take At Penn State Hazleton?

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Penn State Hazleton.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	Yes

Reminder: Check with Penn State Hazleton directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Penn State Hazleton

When choosing a major, Penn State Hazleton students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Penn State Hazleton.

Student Designed Majors

Penn State Hazleton allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Double Majoring at Penn State Hazleton

Penn State Hazleton offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Penn State Hazleton

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Does Penn State Hazleton Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with Penn State Hazleton directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does Penn State Hazleton Have An Online Program?

✅ Penn State Hazleton has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Penn State Hazleton Give Credit for AP Classes?

🟨 Penn State Hazleton may offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Check with the school directly for any information on AP transfer credit.

Does Penn State Hazleton Have An Honors Program?

✅ Penn State Hazleton offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants.

Does Penn State Hazleton Require Internships?

❌ Students at Penn State Hazleton are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Penn State Hazleton does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.

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Additional Information About Penn State Hazleton

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Dual Degree Programs at Penn State Hazleton

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

For more information on possible dual degree options at Penn State Hazleton, contact the university directly.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Penn State Hazleton have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Penn State Hazleton has an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Penn State Hazleton include:

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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