Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Great Valley

What are the popular events and traditions at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Great Valley?

Great Valley's events tend to reflect its role as a graduate and professional campus: academic talks, professional-development programs, and opportunities for the regional community to engage with the campus are more relevant than traditional residential-college celebrations.

Event schedules change, so applicants should consult the campus calendar for current talks, workshops, and student activities. Penn State-wide traditions may be familiar to Great Valley students, but an event held at University Park should not be described as an annual Great Valley tradition.

What are the student housing and dining options at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Great Valley?

Penn State Great Valley should be approached as a commuter campus, not as a residential college with a standard residence-hall and meal-plan package. Students arranging a move to Malvern will generally need to plan for housing and meals separately from their academic enrollment.

Prospective students should account for rent, utilities, groceries, and transportation when comparing the campus's tuition with other options. Someone attending evening classes should also check current on-campus food availability rather than assume that dining services operate on the schedule of a residential Penn State campus.