Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington Academics

Abington offers 17 undergraduate degrees, 2 associate degrees, and a variety of minors and certificate programs that help students fine tune and specialize their academic pathways. The majors offered through a 4-year program at Abington include topics in biology, business, nursing, arts and sciences, history, education, and social sciences. Students can also choose from a number of minors they can add to their diploma to round out a standard degree or further specialize in a particular field.

2+2 Program

The 2+2 program is a method by which students can take the first two years of their degree at Abington and finish their studies at another Penn State location, usually University Park. This opens up a vast range of options for students, since almost any Penn State major can be started at Abington. For students who feel limited by the major selection at Abington, a 2+2 program is a good choice for studying a topic of interest and earning a Penn STate diploma.

Associate Degrees

Students who want to expand their knowledge but are not ready or able to commit to a four-year program may be interested in Abington’s two associate degree programs. Abington offers associates degree in business administration and letters, arts and sciences. Each of these programs can be taken on a flexible schedule, with classes during either the day or the evening.

Honors Programs

Abington offers three honors program for various types and years of students. The Abington Honors Program is designed for first-year students who are invited to join based on their high school achievements. It offers a challenging environment with special privileges, and students are able to enroll in honors courses and participate in research, leadership, and international study. This program is completed at the end of sophomore year.

Abington Scholars are students who have successfully completed the Abington Honors Program and decided to stay at Abington for all four years. These students maintain their honors status, are eligible for scholarships, and enjoy special privileges.

The Schreyer Honors College is open to the whole university, and it enrolls students who demonstrate academic excellence and ability. Schreyer scholars on all campuses are encouraged to participate in honors coursework, an undergraduate thesis, research, and international study.