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Public Research University in Altoona, PA. Operating on a semester system.
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Total Enrollment
Research University
Institution Type
4
Housing Buildings
Life in Altoona for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Altoona.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$800
Cost of Living Index
78
Student Population
3,500
City Transportation
Walkability
54
Bikeability
38
Public Transit
AMTRAN bus system, Amtrak Pennsylvanian
Nearest Airports
Altoona–Blair County Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
49.5°F
Avg Snowfall
45.2 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Steven A. Adler Athletic Complex
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; Friday: 8:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday: 1:00–9:00 p.m.
Sheetz Family Health and Wellness Center
Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Wednesday, Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Port-Sky Café
Normal operating hours (not specified); remains open during campus closures, delays, and early dismissals.
Coasters Coffee Bar
Hours not specified; open for special events and regular service.
Common Grounds
Hours not specified; closed during campus closures, delays, and early dismissals.
Student Center (specific building name not specified)
Hours not specified; typically open during standard campus hours.
Library (specific building name not specified)
Hours not specified; likely follows standard academic library hours.
Parking and Transit
Parking option 1
Parking option 2
Campus News
Latest updates from Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
2025 University Police and Public Safety Survey Launch
Penn State University Police and Public Safety launched its fourth confidential University-wide survey to gather feedback on campus safety, policing, and security.
Read MoreSafety Notice
Participate in the University Police and Public Safety Survey to help improve campus safety.
Penn State Altoona faculty co-author study on durability of dragonfly wings
Study published in the 'Annals of the Entomological Society of America' on the durability of dragonfly wings.
Oct 17, 2025
Penn State Altoona to present 'Working' as fall theatre performance
The musical 'Working' will be presented from October 29 to 31 at the Wolf Kuhn Theatre.
Oct 17, 2025
Upcoming Events
What's happening at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Family Weekend 2025
October 3, 2025 at All Day
Various locations, Penn State Altoona
A weekend of free events for students and their families, including activities, tours, and social gatherings.
Penn State Day (Fall Open House)
October 4, 2025 at 08:30
Penn State Altoona Campus
Open house event for prospective students and families to explore campus, meet faculty, and learn about programs.
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 4 of 4 known dorm and housing options.
Cedar Hall
Capacity: 320
Room types: two-bedroom suites for four students
Maple Hall
Room types: double
Oak Hall
Room types: double
Spruce Hall
Capacity: 140
Room types: two-bedroom suites for four students
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Public
Email Domain
@altoona.psu.edu
Current Term: Spring 2026
Start: January 12, 2026
End: May 8, 2026
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