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Application Day

Application Day

July 13, 2026    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Feeling overwhelmed about starting college? Let us make it simple. Join us for Application Day and we'll provide one-on-one support to help you complete your application, so you can leave with a clear understanding of your next steps.
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Smart Start Open House

Smart Start Open House

July 22, 2026    
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for the Cambria County Smart Start Promise Program Open House and discover how recent high school graduates can begin their college journey with reduced financial burden. Explore the diverse degree and career pathways available at Penn Highlands, learn about eligibility requirements, tuition coverage, and receive answers to your questions on key topics such as financial aid, coursework, transfer options, athletics, and student life.
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Jul 2026

  • Application Day

    July
    13
    July 13, 2026, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Feeling overwhelmed about starting college? Let us make it simple. Join us for Application Day and we’ll provide one-on-one support to help you complete your application, so you can leave with a clear understanding of your next steps.

  • Smart Start Open House

    July
    22
    July 22, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Join us for the Cambria County Smart Start Promise Program Open House and discover how recent high school graduates can begin their college journey with reduced financial burden. Explore the diverse degree and career pathways available at Penn Highlands, learn about eligibility requirements, tuition coverage, and receive answers to your questions on key topics such as financial aid, coursework, transfer options, athletics, and student life.

Aug 2026

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    August
    18
    August 18, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    The Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.

    The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.

  • New Student Orientation

    August
    19
    August 19, 2026, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

    Attendance is required for all new students. Our orientation program helps you smoothly transition into the College community, academically and socially. You’ll learn how to maximize your college experience and acquire key skills for success. You’ll also get to meet classmates, administrators, and staff, understand your career path, and learn about the technology and processes necessary for your first day of classes.

    We are excited to welcome you as a new student and look forward to assisting you to become acclimated to the resources and services available. Orientation will be held on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 from 8:30am – 3:30pm for students from all our locations at the Richland Campus.

    Each student may bring up to two guests. Check-in is from 8:30am – 9:20am. The Bookstore will be open before and after Orientation. A Resource and Activity Fair will be held from 8:30am – 9:30am and 1:30pm – 3:30pm for you to complete your New Student Checklist prior to departing for the day. You will be obligated to stay the entire day.

Sep 2026

Oct 2026

  • Chef Auction

    October
    07
    October 7, 2026, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

    Join the College Foundation for an unforgettable evening of culinary delights and community spirit at our annual Chef Auction.

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    October
    20
    October 20, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    The Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.

    The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.

Dec 2026

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    December
    15
    December 15, 2026, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    The Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.

    The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.

Feb 2027

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    February
    16
    February 16, 2027, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    The Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.

    The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.

Apr 2027

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    April
    20
    April 20, 2027, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    The Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.

    The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.

Jun 2027

  • Board of Trustees Meeting

    June
    15
    June 15, 2027, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

    The Board of Trustees is the policy-making body of the College and is ultimately responsible for setting the larger agenda for the institution. The Board is comprised of representatives from private, for-profit companies, education, and non-profits. The Cambria County Commissioners appoint 12 members to our Board of Trustees. Three additional members are board-appointed from locations in which the College has an academic center, and the Student Senate President serves as a voting member.

    The Board of Trustees meeting takes place at the Richland Campus in the Holtzman Board Room and/or via Zoom.