Office for Undergraduate Students

Undergraduate Resources and Information

Our office is here to support future and current Eberly College of Science undergraduate students navigate admission, premajor status in the college, entrance into one of our many majors or minors, and finally to celebrate with graduation and commencement. We connect students with advisers, provide information on policies and procedures, and sponsor programs and student organizations meant to support all of our undergraduate students. Our goal is to provide all life, physical, and mathematical sciences students with access to science engagement experiences and to ensure that all our students have the tools they need to succeed in the college.

Undergraduate Policies and Procedures

Here are the most common University and college policies students contact our office about for more information.

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Academic Advising Center

Each department in the college has a unique advising structure, but we are united in our desire to see you succeed. Your academic adviser is here to help you navigate your academic progress and find assistance, resources, and opportunities.

Chris Palma meeting with undergraduate students.

Prehealth Advising at Penn State

Our science and prehealth advising center in Ritenour Building is open to students across the University interested in learning more about applying to medical school and related professional schools.

An undergraduate student marks the map where she will go to medical school during the premedicine celebration event.

Take a Professor, Adviser, or Instructor to Lunch

This program is designed for students to get to know their science professors, advisers, and instructors outside of the classroom. Engage with our community, and lunch is on us!

Chris Palma talking to students during the college Welcome Day event.

Office of Science Engagement

Learn about your options abroad as a science student, prepare for career related experiences, including resume tips and more, and learn about finding undergraduate research opportunities.

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Graduation and Commencement

We invite all graduating Eberly College of Science students to join us for commencement in August, December, and May.

New Penn State graduates at the Eberly College of Science commencement reception.
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The Office for Undergraduate Students team is excited to support you through your academic journey. From helping you first connect with an adviser to finding engagement opportunities to celebrating the final day of commencement, we provide resources to make the most of your time in the Eberly College of Science. We hope that you’ll stop by 111 Ritenour Building to meet us and learn more!

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The Dr. Jack and Pauline Dickstein Collaborative Learning Center is available for students, faculty, and staff in the Eberly College of Science to use for individual studying or collaborating in groups. Located in the lower level of the east wing of Ritenour Building, the study rooms may be reserved with the study-room booking calendars at the link below.

Study in Ritenour Building

Undergraduate Spotlight