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Apply to PennWest
Your next step starts here
Applying is straightforward, supportive, and designed to meet you where you are—whether
you’re just getting started or continuing your journey.
Apply Directly to PennWest
Apply Through Common App
What You'll Need
Before you apply, here’s what helps to have ready:
High school or college transcripts
Basic personal information
Program or major of interest (you can change it later)
About 20–30 minutes
Don’t worry—you don’t have to finish everything in one sitting.
I felt so comfortable going into that first course because I had some background knowledge
and I knew that I had a support system behind me.
Addison Gregory
, Pre-dental Biology major
Need a step-by-step? We’ve got you covered.
Step 1: Decide which campus is right for you
Each of our campuses has something different to offer. No matter which campus you
choose—California, Clarion, Edinboro, or our Global Online program—you’ll find a culture
that fosters student success, academic excellence, and opportunities at every turn.
Step 2: Complete your application
You will be applying to the campus of your choice, but don’t worry. If you decide
that one of the other
PennWest
campus locations or academic programs more closely aligns with your goals, you will
not have to apply again. The PennWest admissions team can help you to switch your
campus or your major!
Step 3: Choose your application portal
You can apply to California, Clarion, Edinboro, or
PennWest
’s Global Online program using either
PennWest
’s direct application or the Common App. The choice is yours. Are you ready? Let’s
go!
Apply Directly to PennWest
Apply Through Common App
You're not doing this alone
At PennWest, we have admissions counselors who walk you through each step, give clear
guidance for transfers and returning students, and help with transcripts, deadlines
and next steps.
Request Information
Meet with an Admissions Counselor
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