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First-Year Students
You are a first-year student if you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident who is currently in high school or completed fewer than 18 college credits after you graduated from high school or received your GED.
You are an international student if you require any type of visa to attend Penn State. This includes students living inside or outside the United States.
You are an adult learner if you: are 24 years of age or older; delayed entering college for at least one year following high school; have been out of high school for four or more years; have children; or are a veteran or active duty member of the military.
If you are a veteran, are actively serving in the military, or are the dependent of someone who served our country, we are proud that you are considering Penn State Scranton.