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Summer Access Programs

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Penn State Abington offers several different opportunities to help ease your transition from high school to college. All programs feature a summer component and continued perks into the first year.

Check out what we have to offer and find the opportunity that fits you best!

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Pathway to Success: Summer Start (PaSSS)

PaSSS is a 6-week program designed to save you money on tuition with the intention of helping you graduate in 3 1/2 years! You will take two courses required of all Penn State students, bond with your peers, and interact with Penn State Abington's campus resources.

See more PaSSS information. 

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Achieve Scholars

ACHIEVE Scholars is a Comprehensive Studies Program (CSP) that offers support to motivated first-year students by providing access to resources, services, and programs including a Residential summer experience that prepare them for a successful transition into the college environment.

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First Generation Scholars

The FIRST GEN Scholars Program offers support to motivated first-year, *first generation students who are local and out of state. It provides access to resources, services, and programs including a residential summer experience that prepares them for a successful transition into the college environment.

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*First-generation is defined by any student whose parents have not completed a Bachelor's degree in the U.S. 

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Engineering Ahead

Engineering Ahead program is a six-week summer academic enhancement program. The program is designed to help incoming Engineering students succeed in their math and science courses in their first semester of college.

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