Welcome Adults Learners!

The Penn State DuBois Office for Adult Student and Veteran Services was established in 2011 and is located in 206, DEF Building providing a range of services for adults considering first-time college enrollment or return to the college classroom after "stopping out" for a period of time.

In addition we offer the OASV Resource Center, which is open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Adult students and veterans can meet and congregate, seek academic support services, and do homework. Computers, printers, lounge chairs, desks and a meeting area are available for your use.

Contact Sueann Doran, Adult Student and Veteran Services Coordinator

814-375-4716 or sdoran@psu.edu

We are pleased that you are considering Penn State DuBois. Whether you are new to college, want to complete a degree that you already started, or are looking to change your current career, Penn State DuBois makes earning your degree as an adult both exciting and enriching, in a convenient, friendly environment. At Penn State DuBois you will experience the quality education that employers demand and the individual attention you deserve.

At Penn State DuBois, an adult learner is defined as one whom:

Is 24 years of age or older
Graduated from high school five or more years ago
Is a Veteran of the armed services, or active duty service member returning to school after four or more years of military service
Holds adult responsibilities such as caring for one's children or aging parents
Holds multiple roles such as spouse/partner, employee, parent and student

2013 Events for Adults and Veterans

RN to BS Program

Credit Courses for Educators

Video Learning Network (VLN)

Veteran Services

Health Science Professions Certificate e-Book

All degrees and minors offered by Penn State DuBois: Degrees and Minors

All credit certificates offered by Penn State DuBois: Credit Programs

About returning to the classroom ... Adult students often enter the college environment anxious and uncertain about their ability to succeed and compete successfully with more traditional students. Current research tells us that adult students are typically more successful than younger students because of their maturity and the experience that they bring to the classroom. Adults are likely to exhibit high levels of motivation, more specific occupational goals, and an uncompromising desire to get the most education possible for the money. Penn State provides a variety of services and activities to help adult students be successful in their college experience.

As an adult learner at Penn State DuBois, you'll have unlimited support and opportunities. You can:

Get professional guidance and support all along the way (click here for contact info):
Select from professional development, credit certificates, and degree programs.
Take advantage of a variety of scheduling and location options:
--enroll part- for full-time while participating in day and/or evening classes
--study at home through courses via the Internet
--take classes in DuBois, Clearfield (Penn State Cooperative Extension) and/or St. Marys (Community Education Council)
Interact with a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff.
Accumulate college credits that are transferable to other learning institutions.
Earn a certificate or degree that is respected worldwide.