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Public Research University in Reading, PA. Operating on a semester system.
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2K+
Total Enrollment
Research University
Institution Type
13
Housing Buildings
400
Housing Capacity
Life in Reading for Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Reading.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
City Transportation
Public Transit
BARTA Bus System
Nearest Airports
Reading Regional Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
52.7°F
Avg Snowfall
29.5 in
Data sources: 2025 projections and 2023 census data
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Thun Library
Typical academic hours: Mon–Thu 8 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Sat–Sun 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
Beaver Athletics and Wellness Center
Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–5 p.m.; Saturday–Sunday 12 p.m.–5 p.m.
Perkins Student Center
Typical hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sat–Sun 12 p.m.–6 p.m.
Tully’s Dining Hall
Breakfast: 7:30 a.m.–9:30 a.m.; Lunch: 11 a.m.–2 p.m.; Dinner: 4:30 p.m.–7 p.m. (Mon–Fri); Weekend hours may vary.
Cyber Café
Typically open late morning through evening; exact hours vary.
Bowman Hall (Laundry, Vending, Mail)
Accessible to residents 24/7.
Campus News
Latest updates from Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks
No Active Emergency Alerts at Penn State Berks
As of October 18, 2025, there are no active emergency alerts or campus-wide safety notices for Penn State Berks according to University Police & Public Safety and the PSUAlert system. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to remain situationally aware and promptly report any suspicious activity or emergencies to campus police at 610-396-6111 or 911.
General Safety Advisory for Fall Semester
University Police and Public Safety remind all Penn State Berks community members to be aware of their surroundings, secure personal belongings, and report any suspicious behavior. No specific threats are reported, but ongoing situational awareness is encouraged as part of campus safety efforts for the fall semester.
SPARK session on addressing student concerns to be held Oct. 23
Penn State Berks will host a SPARK session on October 23 to address student concerns, providing a platform for students to voice issues and engage with campus leadership.
Oct 17, 2025
Read MoreStay Aware and Report
Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to remain situationally aware and promptly report any suspicious activity or emergencies to campus police at 610-396-6111 or 911.
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks
Freshmen are encouraged but not strictly required to live on campus; housing is available for first-year students.
Showing 3 of 3 known dorm and housing options.
Maple Hall
Capacity: 150
Room types: single, double
Oak Hall
Capacity: 120
Room types: suite, double
Pine Hall
Capacity: 130
Room types: single, double, suite
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Public
Email Domain
@berks.psu.edu
Current Term: Spring 2026
Start: January 6, 2026
End: May 10, 2026
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