We can’t wait to welcome you to campus and are thrilled that you’re gearing up for a future made by hand. From the close-knit community you’ll join to the real-world experience you’ll gain, there’s so much to look forward to. Since our programs are in high demand, they often reach capacity and move to a waitlist.
To increase your chances of securing a spot in your desired program, we recommend submitting your application and materials by the priority deadline.
OCT 1
Spring Priority Deadline
FEB 1
Fall Priority Deadline
In order to be added to the program’s waitlist, you must have been accepted, met placement requirements, and confirmed intent to enroll.
Learn more about meeting placement requirements here.
Confirming your intent to enroll includes accepting your offer of admission and paying the $150 tuition deposit through the Applicant Dashboard.
If a seat does not become available in your major and you decide not to enroll, we’ll refund your deposit upon request.
We know you're excited to dive into the college experience you’ve been dreaming about. Being waitlisted doesn't mean you can't enroll at Penn College. Depending on your goals and timeline, you have several options to consider.
Earn an additional credential while staying a full-time student. By adding the Business Essentials certificate to your associate's or bachelor's degree program, you can remain enrolled full time while waiting to begin your technical coursework.
This option typically takes three years to complete for associate's degrees and five years to complete for bachelor's degrees. It results in an additional credential.
Associate Degree Students Only
Combine your associate's degree with the Applied Management, B.S. This dual-degree pathway is ideal for those interested in business and lets you earn both credentials in about four years. Talk with your academic school to discuss other bachelor's degrees that are available for your major.
Bachelor's degree Students Only
Minors let you personalize your career path and stand out among other job candidates. A popular option for our waitlisted students is the Project Management minor. Explore all options here.
Take general education courses while you wait for a seat in your program. Once a space becomes available, you'll begin your technical coursework in a future semester.
Keep in mind: This option typically extends your time to graduation by at least one year, and you may not have a full-time course schedule every semester.
If you're open to other opportunities, consider switching to a major that still has seats available. You can browse all available programs in our Program Finder and submit a major change request through your Applicant Dashboard.
Please note: Changing your major will remove you from the waitlist for your current program. We recommend exploring your options carefully before making a decision.
If you'd prefer to start your program when space is available, you can defer your application to a future semester.
If you've decided that Penn College is no longer the right fit for your plans, you may cancel your application and remove yourself from the waitlist.
Programs in Electrical (Electrical Technology, Electrical Construction, and Mechatronics), Aviation, and Automotive majors require a specific level of math preparation before you can begin major-specific coursework.
To begin your program-specific coursework, you'll need to place into:
Math Level 3
For Electrical Technology, Electrical Construction, and Mechatronics
Math Level 2
For Automotive Technology and Aviation
If your math placement score places you into a developmental math course below the required level for your program, you have the following options. Visit our Satisfying Developmental/Prerequisite Course Requirements page to understand your math placement level and how to move forward with the options below.
Begin taking general education courses while you complete the required developmental math coursework. Once you've met the math requirement, you can begin your technical courses.
Keep in mind: This option typically extends your time to graduation by at least one year, and a full-time schedule may not always be available.
Complete remediation and retest to try to place into a higher-level math course. Be sure to complete your retest by the deadline below.
| Semester | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Fall Start | May 1 |
| Spring Start | November 1 |
Not sure which path is right for you? Contact the school that best matches your interests. Our team is happy to help you explore your options and find the right fit.
School of Engineering Technologies
et@pct.edu
570.327.4520
School of Business, Arts & Sciences
bas@pct.edu
570.327.4521
If you think you may be eligible for advanced or alternative credit for education, work, life, or military experience, reach out to your school office or enrollment counselor as soon as possible.
These credits may bypass entry-level courses and allow us to schedule you directly into your programs.
Learn moreThe following programs have reached capacity and are waitlisted for Spring 2027. Prior to application deadlines, students can still apply for these programs but will not begin technical coursework in their first semester.
School of Engineering Technologies:
The following programs have reached capacity and are waitlisted for Fall 2027. Prior to application deadlines, students can still apply for these programs but will not begin technical coursework in their first semester.
School of Engineering Technologies:
To check what program you applied for, visit your Applicant Dashboard. On the right-hand side, you'll see a box labeled "Application Details." Here is where you'll find your primary major and secondary major, if applicable. You can also request to change your major or declare a dual degree on this page.
