• Located on nearly 100 sprawling acres in the heart of Fayette County, Penn State Fayette is conveniently situated between Uniontown and Connellsville, adjacent to the scenic Laurel Highlands.
  • Established in 1965, Penn State Fayette offers the benefits of a small college atmosphere with Penn State’s world-class quality education.
  • We offer ten bachelor degree programs, five associate degree programs, and the first two years of more than 275 Penn State degrees.
  • The campus offers a wide variety of certificates and nondegree programs, classes, and workshops for professional development and personal enrichment.
  • Typically, about 500 students are enrolled at the campus. The average class size is 15 students.
  • Most are local residents, but students from across the country and around the world also attend the campus. Our students represent eight states and five countries.
  • The student population is a mix of primarily traditional-age students and about 13 percent nontraditional students.
  • More than 90 percent of our students receive financial aid, including need-based grants and student loans.
  • More than 80 percent of incoming students receive a scholarship, typically renewable for up to four years at Fayette campus.
  • The diversity of Penn State Fayette’s students, faculty, and staff ensures a rich social and interpersonal experience.
  • Students can participate in more than 20 clubs and organizations on campus.
  • The campus features nine athletic teams—men’s and women’s teams that compete in the Penn State University Athletic Conference (PSUAC) and the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA).
  • We host dozens of events that engage the community each year, including the Fayette speakers series, performing arts, and more.
  • The campus’ Penn State Library serves the campus community and the public alike, offering the facilities and resources of the Penn State library system at no charge to the public.