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!
Summer Access Program Interest Form
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.
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.
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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