Accepted Students
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Below are your next steps for keeping the momentum going for Fall 2025. Bookmark this page and check back for updates.
Activate Your Network Account
Where do I activate?
In your Applicant Dashboard, you will find your Network Account Letter. This letter contains the network username and temporary password you will use to activate your network account at pct.edu/activate.
What’s next?
Once activated, you will use your network account to access the Student Portal, your Penn College email, and other computer resources.
Understand Your Online Platforms
During the enrollment process, you'll use two online platforms — the Applicant Dashboard and Student Portal. We'll provide instructions each time we send you to one, but we know it might get confusing. Below is a snapshot of what you'll use each one for. Bookmark them for easy access.
Applicant Dashboard
- Check placement status and register for placement testing
- Change your major or declare a dual degree
- Confirm your intent to enroll
- Register for New Student Orientation
You'll sign in using your personal email and password that you created when you applied.
Student Portal
- Access the placement test
- View financial aid
- Complete the housing contract
- Review your schedule, pay tuition bill, and more
You'll sign in with your PCT username and password.
Meet Placement Requirements
Placement is a math skills evaluation process used to determine your level of readiness for college-level courses. The results will allow us to place you into first-semester courses that match your skill level, positioning you for academic success. Most students satisfy this requirement through placement testing. Instructions for that are below.
Where do I check status and register?
Visit your Applicant Dashboard to check your placement status. Placement testing registration is also available on the Applicant Dashboard.
How can I prepare for the placement test?
Practice placement tests let you evaluate your skills and identify areas of improvement before taking the real thing. We even provide a list of topics covered, so you can study up beforehand. Head to our Placement Testing page to get started.
Where do I take my test and view results?
To take your test, log in to the Student Portal using your Penn College username and password. Click on "External Links" then "Legacy SIS." Log in to the SIS. Go to "Admissions Information" on the left and choose "Placement Testing." You can follow the same process to view results.
Want to meet placement requirements through qualifying SAT/ACT scores or transferred courses from other colleges? Learn more
Connect With Disability & Access Resources (DAR)
Penn College encourages qualified students with disabilities to take advantage of its educational programs, activities and events. Accommodations and services are available to ensure the best possible learning environment for all.
Where can I learn more about DAR?
Visit the DAR website.
Where can I submit my self-disclosure form?
Visit this website page.
File Your Free Application For Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Most Penn College students receive one or more types of financial aid (grants, scholarships, or loans). The FAFSA typically opens October 1 each year.
Where can I learn more about the FAFSA?
Visit our website to learn more.
Where do I view my awards?
Your awards are available via the Student Portal. You may view the financial aid award timeline here.
What if I need assistance?
Contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@pct.edu or 570.327.4766 or 800.367.9222.
Complete Your Penn College Scholarship Application
Scholarships are financial aid that does not need to be paid back. Complete the Penn College Scholarship Application and we'll match you with as many of our scholarships as you are eligible for.
- Application Opens: December 1
- Awarding Begins: April 1
Where do I complete?
Complete the Penn College Scholarship Application on our website using your Penn College username and password.
How do I find out if I received a scholarship?
View your scholarship awards via the Student Portal.
What if I need assistance?
Contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@pct.edu or 570.327.4766 or 800.367.9222.
Grant Access To Parent & Family Experience Portal
If you listed a parent or family member who would help you through the enrollment process, they will be invited to join the Parent & Family Experience Portal. They can also request access to your academic and financial information through the Penn College Parent & Family Experience Portal. But don't worry, you have final say over how much access they have.
How can they request access?
Have your parent or family member log into the Penn College Parent & Family Experience Portal , then click the Graduation cap in the top right corner. Select "Go to my connections," then "Add My First Connection." They will fill in your PCT email address, select their relationship with you, and create a 4-digit PIN. Then, they will choose the specific permissions they want to request access to before clicking "Connect to your student." You will receive an update in your PCT email and can accept or deny the request.
What if my parent or family member doesn't have a Penn College Parent & Family Experience Portal account?
Send them to the Parent & Family Experience page to create an account. After they create an account, they can connect with you and follow the rest of the steps outlined here.
Confirm Intent To Enroll
We’ve offered you acceptance, you've met placement requirements, now it’s time to seal the deal. Let us know you plan to join by confirming your intent to enroll. This consists of replying to your offer of admission and paying the $150 non-refundable tuition deposit.
Where do I confirm intent to enroll?
Confirm through your Applicant Dashboard.
When should I do this?
Your official intent to enroll deadline is May 1. Since our programs are in high demand, many reach capacity and move to a waitlist. Completing this step early will help lock in your spot.
Celebrate your acceptance to Penn College with a custom yard sign. Learn more
Make Living Arrangements
- On Campus: On-campus housing provides a student-centered environment with all the comforts of home.
- Off Campus: If you prefer to live in an off-campus apartment or to commute from home, off-campus living and commuter services are available.
Where do I complete my housing contract and submit deposit?
Fill out the On-campus Housing Contract and submit the housing deposit on the Student Portal to reserve your space. Visit "Housing," select "Housing Contract," and log in with your Penn College username and password.
When should I do this?
If you plan to live on campus, do this as soon as possible after confirming your intent to enroll. On-campus housing is limited and this will help secure your spot.
Living off campus? Don't wait too long to ensure you get your top pick of apartments.
Upload Your Student ID Photo
Upload your photo for use on your official Penn College Student ID. We’ll have your ID ready for you when you come to campus for New Student Orientation.
Where do I upload?
Upload a photo to use for your student ID ahead of time by heading to the ID Center webpage.
Can I upload now?
Yes, you can upload your photo.
Review Your Schedule
After you have met placement requirements, your first-semester schedule will be created for you, guided by the following factors:
- The requirements of your curriculum and recommendations of your academic school
- Your placement results
- Transferred courses, if applicable
- Alternative credit such as advanced placement.
Where can I view my schedule?
Fall schedules will be created starting in April. Your schedule isn't finalized until New Student Orientation. Once you have a schedule, you can view it on the Student Portal.
What if I have questions or want to discuss my schedule?
You'll have an opportunity to discuss during the Academic School Overview session at New Student Orientation. You can also contact your academic school using the links below.
Participate In New Student Orientation
New Student Orientation is designed to help you and your parents/guests prepare for the road ahead.
How do I learn more?
New Student Orientation is for students who have confirmed their intent to enroll. New Student Orientation is a one-day session and is offered several times throughout June and July. See New Student Orientation for details.
How do I register?
Registration is now available through your Applicant Dashboard! Please note that capacity is limited and dates will fill up.
Submit Final Transcripts
We need your final, official transcripts before you can start classes. This applies whether you recently graduated from high school or just completed a semester at another college. Have your transcript sent directly from your previous high school or college to admissions@pct.edu.
Select a Dining Plan
- Students Living On Campus: Your dining plan was selected as part of your housing contract and will automatically be added to your tuition bill.
- Off-Campus and Commuter Students: You have the option to select a meal plan for when you're on campus. See Dining Plans for all available options.
How do I purchase a dining plan?
If you'll be living in on-campus housing, you selected your dining plan when completing your housing contract. It will automatically be added to your tuition bill.
If you'll be commuting or living off campus, complete the "Off-Campus Student Dining Plan Application" under "Dining Services" in the Student Portal. It will be added to your tuition bill. This option is coming soon.
What if I have questions?
Get in touch with Dining Services at dining@pct.edu or 570.327.4767 for questions or to change your dining plan.
Purchase a Parking Permit
Planning to bring your car to campus? While there's plenty of parking, you will need to purchase a permit. Head to Parking for information about permits and parking throughout campus.
How do I purchase a parking permit?
Incoming Fall 2025 students can purchase a parking pass starting July 1. You can purchase your parking permit through the Student Portal. Go to the section titled "Campus Police" on the left-side navigation panel, then select "Campus Parking."
What if I have questions?
If you have questions about parking on campus, contact College Police at 570.327.5555.
Pay Your Bill
Bills are released in early July. You will receive an email at your Penn College account when your electronic bill (eBill) is ready. Pay your bill by the deadline to avoid late fees.
See this page for important dates and payment plan details.
Where can I pay my bill?
Your bill will be available for your review on the Student Portal.
How do I give a parent/supporter access to my bill?
Add an authorized user by logging in to the Student Portal and selecting "My Finances" on the left-side navigation panel, then select "Student Accounts Center." On the right side of that page, click "Authorized Users" under the "My Profile Setup" menu.
What if I have questions?
If your bill does not contain anticipated charges, contact the Bursar at bursar@pct.edu.
If you do not see the financial aid you anticipated receiving, please contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@pct.edu.
Complete Health Requirements
All incoming students must submit proof of immunizations prior to their arrival on campus.
How do I learn more?
Visit Immunization Requirements for a complete list of required immunizations and instructions for submitting them to College Health Services.
How do I submit my immunization records?
Log into the College Health Portal using your Penn College username and password.
Get Books, Supplies, And Computer
The materials you need for your first semester will be determined by your class schedule. You will learn more about this during New Student Orientation.
How do I know which supplies I need for class?
You can access book requirements for each class from your schedule on the Student Portal. Tools, uniforms, equipment, and special supplies (if needed) are listed on your major's web page. Books, tools, supplies, and uniforms are available for purchase at The College Store . For more information about computer requirements, check out this page .
How do I order supplies?
While visible on the Student Portal, your schedule is not yet finalized. We will be in touch when the final schedule is posted.
Once your schedule is finalized, follow these instructions to order books, tools, supplies, and uniforms through The College Store.
Attend Welcome Week
Welcome Week takes place a week before the start of classes. It is your official welcome to Penn College.
When can I move in?
Wednesday, August 13 is move-in day.
How do I learn more about move-in and Welcome Week?
See details and get schedule information here.
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