At Penn State DuBois, an adult learner (or non-traditional student) is defined as one whom:

  • is 24 years of age or older; or
  • is a veteran of the armed services; or active duty service member; or
  • is returning to school after four or more years of employment, homemaking, or other activity; or
  • assumes multiple adult roles such as parent, spouse/partner, and employee.

For more information about applying to Penn State DuBois, contact Tharren Thompson, Enrollment Services, (814) 375-4761  or [email protected]. You can also go to Enrolling as an Adult Student for more information.

Penn State DuBois also offers services to adult students to help assist in your success while here.  We offer programming, support, tutoring services and many other things. For information about these support services, contact Rebecca Pennington, Director of Student Affairs, at [email protected] or (814) 375-4766.