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How do I apply? Is there a fee to apply?
You can apply online. There
is no fee to apply.
What happens after I apply?
After you apply, you will be contacted by an admissions
counselor who will help guide you through the admissions process
and help answer your questions about enrolling at Central Penn
College.
When will I find out about my application decision?
Once you have completed all of the application requirements, you
should receive a decision within two weeks. Contact your counselor
for more information.
What is Central Penn's accreditation?
Central Penn College is accredited by the Middle States
Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia,
PA 19104 (267.284.5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher
Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the
U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education
Accreditation.
Approved by: the Secretary of Education and the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania to award the Bachelor's of Science degree, the
Associate in Science degree, and the Associate in Applied Science
degree.
Do you accept transfer credits?
Central Penn will accept credits from accredited colleges and
schools, with a grade of C or better.
- The transferred classes also need to fit into the Central Penn
curriculum and be comparable to a course Central Penn offers.
- Central Penn may also award credit for CLEP (College Level
Examination Program) exams.
Do you offer dorms?
No! Instead of dorms, Central Penn offers apartments and
townhouses for all residential students. For more information on
student housing, please click here.
Do you require SAT scores?
Our PTA program requires SAT scores.
What is the average class size?
Our student to faculty ratio is 16:1. These small classes give
you the personal attention you deserve!
Can I get financial aid? How does financial aid work?
Financial
aid is available to those who qualify. If you are applying for
federal financial aid, you must complete a FAFSA (Free Application
for Student Aid), a Stafford Loan Master Promissory Note, Federal
Stafford Loan Entrance Counseling, and a Central Penn Financial Aid
Form. If you are unsure about how to complete the necessary
paperwork, we have a Financial Planning Coordinator who will work
with you to help you complete your forms and answer your
questions.
If you don't wish to use financial aid, you can use the Central Penn Payment
Plan.
Do I have to have my own computer?
Having your own computer or regular access to a computer is
extremely helpful - especially if you are planning to take online
classes. We have computer labs available at each of our locations,
so you can use those computers whenever the facility is open.
Can I take classes online?
Yes! Central Penn offers several online classes and 10 online
degree programs. You can take a blended course - that is, studying
online and in a classroom - or in some cases, you can complete your
entire degree online!
How do the online classes work?
Central Penn teaches online classes through Blackboard, a
special software package that supports online learning. For more
information on our online programs, click here.
How do I order my textbooks?
Central Penn has a virtual book store. You can order your books
by clicking here.
How much are tuition and fees?
Please click
here for more information.
