Academics

All you have to do is set time aside to study.

Good academic rigor from the professors. Always challenging the intelligence of the work in the classroom

The teachers genuinely care about your success and do what they can to help you succeed.

The classes I have had and do have are up to the standards. They are different than high school classes which is expected and hold up to what should be taught. They aren't necessarily hard but the classes give you what you need to know. All of the teachers are helpful and there are also tutors for each class if needed.

Penn State is definitely a challenge and not something that will just be breezed through. You will be working hard at Penn State to get good grades and you will need to attend class regularly and interact, be involved with your teachers and friends. Penn State Hazleton is small but it is easy to get left behind and fail if you do not work hard.