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2026-2027 Military Friendly® School Silver

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Pennsylvania Western University

California, PA
10,548

Pennsylvania Western University brings together California, Clarion, and Edinboro universities into a single institution with three vibrant locations and campus experiences. We are building on the strengths and traditions of each campus, and planning for a future as bold and bright as the students we serve. Our campuses have 165 years of tradition and excellence, maintaining our identities as the Vulcans, Golden Eagles, and Fighting Scots. No matter which PennWest campus you choose, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse, inclusive community of learners. Leadership and service opportunities, athletics, cultural activities, recreation, student-led clubs and more — it all adds up to a vibrant college experience in a place where you belong. PennWest students have access to more courses, more faculty and more hands-on learning opportunities than ever before, including classes delivered in-person, hybrid, or online. You will receive the financial aid, personal attention, and academic support you

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Military Veterans

You’ve served your country. Now, let us serve you. We take great pride in knowing that our three Pennsylvania Western University campuses have been deemed Military Friendly for 12 consecutive years. Whether you are getting ready to embark on your academic career, want to earn an advanced degree, or are interested in a certificate to expand your job opportunities, it’s an exciting time to be at PennWest. You’ll find experienced faculty mentors, and programs and courses tailored just for you. We serve veterans, eligible dependents, service members of the National Guard and Reserve, and active duty service members by helping them: Navigate the GI Bill®, gain admission to the university, transfer military experience credits, join the Veterans Club and introduce you the vet center, research scholarships and financial aid, get to know vital campus resources, transfer military experience credits, and obtain work-study jobs.

Military Spouses

You’ve served your country. Now, let us serve you. We take great pride in knowing that our three Pennsylvania Western University campuses have been deemed Military Friendly for 12 consecutive years. Whether you are getting ready to embark on your academic career, want to earn an advanced degree, or are interested in a certificate to expand your job opportunities, it’s an exciting time to be at PennWest. You’ll find experienced faculty mentors, and programs and courses tailored just for you. We serve veterans, eligible dependents, service members of the National Guard and Reserve, and active duty service members by helping them: Navigate the GI Bill®, gain admission to the university, transfer military experience credits, join the Veterans Club and introduce you the vet center, research scholarships and financial aid, get to know vital campus resources, transfer military experience credits, and obtain work-study jobs.

Average yearly costs for a full-time student:

Tuition:

$7,994

Fees:

$4,081

Housing:

$8,100

Meals:

$4,790

Books:

$1,260

Other:

$3,570

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2026-2027 Military Friendly® School Silver

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