How to Get an Application Fee Waiver at Penn State Scranton

Are you considering applying to Penn State Scranton but worried about the $65 application fee? Good news! Penn State Scranton offers an application fee waiver for students who participate in an Admissions visit—either virtually or in person. Follow the steps below to claim your waiver and apply for free!

Steps to Receive Your Application Fee Waiver

Using the MyPennState Application?

1. Register and Attend an Admissions Visit:

• You can either schedule an appointment with an Admissions counselor or attend one of the upcoming Admissions visit events. Visit options here.

1. Start Your Application:

• Begin your application via the MyPennState Application.

1. Request the Waiver:

• After attending your Admissions visit, email [email protected] with your full name and Penn State user ID requesting the fee waiver. Your user ID is a combination of your initials and numbers assigned to you during the application process.

1. Receive Confirmation:

• You will receive an email from the Admissions Office confirming that your fee has been waived.

1. Submit Your Application:

• Once you receive confirmation, go ahead and complete your application through MyPennState.

Using the Common App?

1. Register and Attend an Admissions Visit:

• Attend an Admissions visit or schedule an appointment with a counselor. Check out visit options here.

1. Fill Out Your Common App:

• Begin filling out your Common Application as usual, but when you reach the payment section, STOP. Do not input your payment information.

1. Contact Admissions:

• Email [email protected] or call 570-963-2500 for instructions on how to complete the fee waiver process.

By attending an Admissions event and following the simple steps above, you can apply to Penn State Scranton without paying the $65 application fee.

For further details, you can visit Penn State Scranton Admissions Fee Waiver.