Congratulations! You did it! You got accepted to Penn State University. 

You've been accepted to PSU. Be proud and celebrate. When you’re done, we have a little more work for you to do, including accepting your admission offer and completing some other University requirements. We know you have a lot to consider as you make this important decision, and we are here to help you each step of the way. Whether you are thinking about your options or have already committed to Penn State, the following information will provide next steps in the enrollment process.

What's next?

If you plan to attend you must complete the next steps in the enrollment process:

1. You have been admitted.

Upon receipt of a completed application and transcripts, Penn State will offer admission to all qualified applicants. If an offer is not made, you should not assume that your options are closed, contact the Admissions Office to explore your options.

2. Submit the FAFSA.

You can access the FAFSA online at fafsa.gov after October 1. The priority filing deadline for Penn State is December 1, but students can still send in their FAFSA after this date. Students begin to receive their aid award notifications in early February. More information: Office of Student Aid website. International students do not need to provide a FAFSA and are not eligible for federal student aid.

Newly admitted students and their family members who have received their financial aid package are invited to register for a virtual one-on-one appointment with a Penn State Scranton Financial Aid Counselor.

3. Hold your spot. Accept the offer.

Officially accepting your admission offer tells the University that you intend to enroll. Login to your MyPennState profile and follow the link to “Accept Your Offer of Admission” and pay the $230 acceptance fee. Please Note: We request students accept their offer by May 1 for summer/fall semester, and December 20 for the spring semester, at any campus.

How To Accept Your Offer of Admission

An overview of how to accept your offer of admission to Penn State.

Still deciding or need more information about what to expect at Penn State Scranton?

4. Visit

Meet the members of our campus community and get a glimpse of your future as a Penn State student!

Whether you are still thinking about attending Penn State or have already accepted your offer of admission, we encourage you to connect with us at a program for accepted students or register for another visiting option to get your questions answered.

Check out these virtual options to chat and discover more information about Penn State Scranton.

Call 570-963-2500 for more information.

5. Stay Connected

    Get engaged before NSO by connecting with us on social media.

    Have you already accepted your admission to Penn State University?

    You probably have a lot of questions about what's next. We want to help you to be successful at Penn State Scranton and make the most of your time with us on campus. Let's get started!  Visit our New Student page.