After being laid off in 2001, Carol Holt enrolled in Penn State’s letters, arts, and sciences associate degree program. Since earning her associate degree, Carol has returned to Penn State to enroll in the bachelor of science degree program in security and risk analysis in the College of Information Sciences and Technology. “Going to college was a big step,” says Carol, a single mother of a teenage son. “Just take it one step at a time, and enjoy the journey.”
Welcome to the Penn State Continuing Education Web site for adult learners. We are committed to the needs of the adult learner and are always looking for suggestions regarding how we can improve our service to you.
There is a lot to consider when deciding which university is right for you – the one that suits your career goals, offers courses that fit your schedule and your budget, and provides the support you need to keep you moving toward a successful experience.
Adults enter college at different levels and with different backgrounds; some are seeking their first degree while others are coming back to college to complete a degree they started many years ago. Still others rely on Penn State to help them update their training and skills, which can provide new opportunities for advancement.
Continuing Education helps adults manage work, college, and family by continually finding ways to make course times and locations more convenient, tailoring instruction to adult learning styles, and offering courses and programs relevant to the issues and challenges faced by organizations.
In addition to a wealth of courses that can be used to complete certificates and degrees at Penn State, Continuing Education’s dedicated student-support team is here to help you:
Start by exploring this site to see what kinds of courses and programs you can take through Penn State Continuing Education, and find an information session to get you started.