Providing flexibility and a quality education
Central Penn College prepares graduates for career success by providing an affordable, hands-on education. The college offers postsecondary certificates, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in high demand fields. Our hands-on education is taught by real-world experts. 11 week terms allow motivated students to complete their degrees sooner.
With our campus in Summerdale (Harrisburg) and center in Lancaster, our classrooms are conveniently located near your home or work. Flexible schedules allow you to fit a college degree into your busy life.
Online learning is more than an Internet connection. Log on and learn on your own schedule. The courses are every bit as challenging and real. You’ll make personal connections with your professors, your college and your peers. All on campus resources are available to both onsite and online students, so if you can get to campus, there’s face-to-face support.
Central Penn was recently voted the top university or college for online continuing education by readers of the Central Penn Business Journal.
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Central Penn College’s experienced admissions counselors will be by your side from your initial contact until the day you step on campus! We’re here to answer any questions about admissions requirements, degree offerings and financial aid. No matter what you need, we’re here to help. Our team will work closely with you to make the admissions process quick, easy and stress-free!
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First Time Student Process
To apply to Central Penn College, students must complete the following process.
Step 1: Complete an application for admission. You may apply online or request a paper application, if you prefer. Central Penn College’s application is free, fast and simple.
Step 2: All applicants to Central Penn College are required to provide an official high school diploma, transcripts, a GED or a home schooling certificate, or in some cases, an attestation of one of the previously mentioned items.
Step 3: You must complete a personal interview with your admissions counselor. This can be scheduled at your convenience by clicking here or calling 800-759-2727. Interviews can be conducted over the phone for continuing education, fully-online or students who are unable to make it to campus.
Note: Additional information may be requested, depending on the specific requirements of your chosen major.
In addition to Central Penn’s standard admissions requirements, the following undergraduate programs may have their own admissions requirements: Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Criminal Justice Administration, Homeland Security Management, Information Technology, Medical Assisting, Occupational Therapy Assistant and Physical Therapist Assistant.
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“I didn’t know if I was going to be able to handle going back to school, while working full-time and supporting my family. Finding Central Penn made this possible. Their flexibility allowed me to work without missing out on a quality education. Going back for my degree was the hardest thing I’ve ever done. But, Central Penn made it all worth it and allowed me to focus on what really matters.”
Joshua Ash ’10, Business Administration
Fast Facts
- Flexible onsite or online options
- In-demand academic degree programs
- Postsecondary certificate, associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs
- Faculty with real world experience
- 15 to 1 student to faculty ratio
- Accelerated, 11-week terms
- Financial aid and scholarships available for those who qualify
