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A new, innovative “2+3” agreement between Central Penn College and Widener University Commonwealth Law School will enable full-time students to earn a bachelor’s degree and a law degree in just five years. LEARN MORE FREE HOUSING SAVE UP TO $4356 You spoke. We listened. Central Penn will be offering incoming students free housing for one academic year. READ MORE Central Penn College to Resume In-Person Classes during the Fall Term Central Penn College announced that in-person classes would return in the fall term with enhanced safety protocols to protect students, faculty, staff and visitors. The college operates on a quarterly, year-round schedule, with the fall term beginning on Oct. 5. FULL STORY Central Penn Graduates landing jobs in their fields at a high rate A new survey finds that 90.6% of recent Central Penn College graduates are employed in their chosen field or continuing their education within one year of graduation. Overall, 98.3% of graduates were employed in some capacity or continuing their education. FULL STORY A Message from President Fedrizzi-Williams on Recent National Events During this tumultuous and emotionally charged time, I want to be clear that the Central Penn College community continues to stand for justice, equity and the constitutional rights of every citizen of this country. FULL STORY News Center Adult Learners Learn More Schedule a Visit Request Information Apply Online High School Students Learn more Schedule a Visit Request Information Apply Now Our student-first approach has helped 90.6% of Central Penn graduates find a job in their chosen field or continue their education within one year of graduation based on our most recent One-Year Graduate Survey . 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You’ll get the full benefit of their knowledge, enthusiasm and support as you pursue your own career-focused, educational journey. Get to know our instructors Joseph Oberto, MSIS Instructor Experience college your way Day. Evening. In-person. Online. Hybrid. Busy lives require options. We understand that at Central Penn College. That’s why we offer classes in a variety of convenient formats. Chart your course, follow your path! Financial aid to fund your future Finanical aid and scholarship opportunities are available to more students than you might think. Let us help you make it work. We are so invested in our students’ success that 85% of Central Penn staff donate a portion of their pay to student scholarships . We believe in your story so much we are willing to help fund it! Financial Aid Team We can help make the numbers work It’s about getting the best value for your educational dollar. 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Central Penn College is a career-oriented, baccalaureate and post-baccalaureate, residential college in Summerdale, a suburb of Harrisburg, with an offsite additional location in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Central Penn College offers certificate, associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs for both traditional and continuing education students by providing hands-on and online distance education taught by experienced, caring faculty. Central Penn College Response to Coronavirus: Central Penn College is monitoring the latest information on the coronavirus. Please view our informational page to see updates. Learn More + Request Info...