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Penn State is closing some of its branch campuses due to declining enrollment

Penn State plans to evaluate the closure of several campuses, including Greater Allegheny, New Kensington, Beaver, and Fayette, according to President Neeli Bendapudi.
No campuses will close before the end of the 2026-27 school year, allowing students time to complete their studies.
Financial pressures and declining enrollments led to discussions about campus closures, according to Bendapudi's statements.
A final decision regarding which campuses to close will be announced before spring commencement, as stated by Bendapudi.

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The Courier Express

Officials 'concerned,' 'disheartened' by possible closure of Penn State DuBois

DuBOIS — Lawmakers and local officials who represent the DuBois area have voiced concerns and opposition to the possibility of the Penn State DuBois campus closing.

3 days ago·Clearfield, United States

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The Tribune-Democrat

Lawmaker urges Penn State to keep Fayette campus open

A state lawmaker from Fayette County has issued a statement urging Penn State University to reverse course on a plan that could close Penn State Fayette.

4 days ago·Johnstown, United States

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The Morning Call

Officials dig in to keep Penn State’s Schuylkill, Hazleton campuses open

With some commonwealth campuses on the chopping block, efforts are underway to preserve the location in Schuylkill Haven.

4 days ago·Allentown, United States

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Penn State Proposes Closing Branch Campuses - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA

Penn State University is outlining an initial plan to close a number of branch campuses across the state. Penn State’s president said in a statement that they “cannot continue with business as usual.” The statement said 12 branch campuses are under consideration to close. That includes Penn State New Kensington, Allegheny, Beaver, and Fayette. The seven largest Penn State branch campuses will remain open. The school plans on making a decision by…

4 days ago

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WFMZ

State legislators condemn proposed Penn State branch campus closures

Multiple Pennsylvania State legislators have released a joint statement condemning Penn State's plan that could close Penn State Schuylkill and Penn State Hazleton.

4 days ago·Pennsylvania, United States

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