Career-Enhancing Programs
No matter what the program, students will find:
- a career-focused curriculum built on the latest industry trends
- courses taught by highly respected faculty members, experts in their fields
- an engaged and diverse network of peers.
The Campus Community
The student population is diverse and made up of full-time and part-time working adults. This prepares students for multicultural teamwork in the global marketplace. In addition students are able to build relationships with local companies for internships and job opportunities after graduation. The campus is surrounded by leading high-tech and Fortune 500 companies in the financial, healthcare, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and research and development industries.
With our student to faculty ratio of 13:1, students develop personal relationships with accomplished, well-respected, and connected professors.
Map of New York-D.C. Corridor
Global Reach and Rankings
Penn State was ranked by U.S. News and World Report as 84th among "best global universities -- out of more than 2,000 universities that were ranked in more than 90 countries. Princeton Review has ranked Penn State 5th among its list of best public schools for internships.
International students attending Penn State Great Valley enjoy all of the benefits of American higher education within a community that values diversity and promotes cross-cultural understanding.
One University, One Degree
A degree earned at Penn State Great Valley is the same degree awarded to all graduates of The Pennsylvania State University. We are one university and our diplomas read “The Pennsylvania State University.”
Our programs are also accredited through the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Many of our individual programs have additional accreditations through governing bodies in those particular fields of study.
Penn State Great Valley is Penn State's only graduate campus in the Greater Philadelphia area.
Scholarship Opportunities
The merit-based Chancellor’s Scholarship is available to qualified full-time international students who are planning to pursue a graduate program. Scholarships are competitive and in the amount of $12,000.
Supportive Learning Environment
Our student support team is available when students have questions and to assist as they acclimate to life as a graduate student.
Small Class Size
With a student to faculty ratio of 13:1, it is easy for new students to get to know faculty and fellow classmates, successfully collaborate on team projects and research, and network with professionals, alumni, and guest speakers.
Learn from Fellow Students
Many of our 500 graduate students work in nearby companies, providing other students with the opportunity to make valuable connections in business and industry.
Array of Student Services
The campus offers an array of services including career management support, research library, and a computer center. Barnes and Noble College sponsors a student engagement series that offers students the opportunity to experience cultural activities in our region.
As part of our vibrant campus culture, our student engagement coordinator plans events and cultural celebrations, such as our celebration of Diwali.
Orientation Program
New international students participate in a comprehensive orientation program prior to the start of classes. The program is designed to help each student acclimate to their new surroundings, get to know other students, enhance their English skills, meet faculty, receive a comprehensive overview of life at Penn State and in the United States, and spend time enjoying the Greater Philadelphia region.