See for Yourself Visit Schreyer
The Schreyer Honors College offers multiple ways for you to customize your visit to suit your individual interests and schedule. From day-long programs to self-guided tours to individual meetings with College staff, with a little planning, you can create a personalized visit to maximize your time.
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Many Ways to Explore Plan Your Visit
Your years in the Schreyer Honors College and at Penn State are going to transform the rest of your life. Come see firsthand how the College will support your journey through the variety of programs listed below.
Scholars Day
Learn about the Schreyer Honors College, the application process, and life at Penn State as a Schreyer Scholar. Current Scholars and Honors College staff will be available to answer any questions you may have during this session.
Next Event: September 23, 2024
Information Sessions
The Schreyer Honors College at University Park hosts virtual information session for high school students who are interested in learning more about the Honors College at Penn State.
Virtual & In-Person
Spend a Summer Day (SASD)
Learn about the Schreyer Honors College, the application process, and life at Penn State from current Schreyer Scholars. Although you can be a Scholar at any Penn State undergraduate campus, please select the University Park campus when registering.
Online and Virtual
Other Ways to Explore
Penn State's Undergraduate Admissions Office offers a variety of ways to explore campus.
- Virtual Tour
- If you are unable to visit University Park in person, check out our virtual tour to see many of the highlights of campus.
- Virtual Appointments
- Students and families can connect with an admissions counselor to discuss questions related to the application or enrollment process. An admissions counselor will connect with you via Zoom and will discuss next steps and additional resources available to help you join the Penn State community.
- Academic College Programs
- Students interested in specific academic programs at Penn State can attend special sessions with our academic colleges.
All About University Park Welcome to Happy Valley
Make the most of your visit to State College — find out what makes this "Happy Valley".
Maps & Directions
The Schreyer Honors College administrative offices are located in Atherton and Simmons Halls..
Campus MapAir
The State College area is served by the University Park Airport (SCE), located five miles from campus.
Bus
Fullington Trailways, Greyhound Lines and Megabus offer bus service to and from State College. The bus terminal is located on the west side of campus on Atherton Street.
Car
The University Park campus is centrally located within Pennsylvania and is within driving distance of many major cities, including Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C., and New York City.
On-Campus Parking
The visitor parking option closest to Atherton Hall is the HUB Parking Deck, located along Shortlidge Road about a block away. Parking at the HUB Parking Deck is charged by the hour.
If you schedule a visit in advance with the Undergraduate Admissions Office, they will provide you with a parking pass for Lot 44 and Stadium West.
Off-Campus Parking
Downtown State College offers a variety of parking options, including garages, lots and metered parking.
CATA Bus
CATA Bus provides free service on campus. We recommend the Blue Loop, which stops in front of Atherton Hall on College Avenue and includes stops at Shields Building (home of Penn State Undergraduate Admissions) and near the Bryce Jordan Center (where visitor parking is abundant).
Campus Shuttle
The two-route Campus Shuttle provides no-fare transportation across campus every 15 minutes on weekdays between 7 AM and 6 PM.
Taxis & Ride Sharing
The State College area features a variety of taxi companies, a pedicab company, and ride sharing with Uber and Lyft.
Lodging
You will find two hotels on the University Park campus along with business-class hotel chains, independently owned motels, and bed and breakfasts throughout downtown State College and the surrounding area.
Dining
A wide range of dining options both on campus and off give you plenty to choose from.
Penn State Dining
With dining commons found across campus, you're never far from some food.
Attractions
There's plenty to keep you busy on and off campus.
Campus Attractions
Visit some of Penn State's points of pride while at University Park.
State College Attractions
If you have time, explore the many attractions of the Centre region.
