Accept your offer
Once you have received an offer of admission, your next step is to accept the offer, which tells the University that you intend to enroll. Students accept their offer by paying a $230 enrollment fee ($100 of this is a general deposit which will be returned to you upon leaving the University).
Explore financial aid
There are many financial aid options available to help make your Penn State education a reality. Explore financial aid options »
Reserve on-campus housing
If you are interested in living on campus, you will need to accept your offer online and go to the eLiving website to reserve your housing spot. (Requires login with student ID.)You will submit the Housing Contract and pay your $100 housing deposit. For more information about housing please visit the Berks Housing and Food Services website.
Locate off-campus housing
Two-thirds of Penn State Berks students live off campus for a variety of reasons. For assistance with helping to find off-campus housing, view the Berks Off-Campus Housing resources.
Complete first-year testing
All first-year students starting at Penn State complete a testing program that is designed to assist in scheduling initial courses. Remember, this is an advising tool and will not in any way interfere with the decision to admit you to Penn State. This test consists of sections in English, math, and chemistry. The Division of Undergraduate Studies schedules these tests for students to take on-line. Testing does not begin until early/mid March. You will receive testing information after submitting the enrollment fee.
Attend New Student Orientation
This step is designed to acquaint you with Penn State. This program will explore the different academic opportunities available at the University, as well as the requirements of your chosen degree. Your first-year testing result will also be interpreted. Learn more about New Student Orientation »
Schedule your classes
All students have the opportunity to meet with an academic adviser in order to prepare a schedule of classes that meets both their needs, as well as the requirements of their chosen degree. New first-year students schedule classes during the New Student Orientation Program (NSO1), while transfer students make an individual appointment with their academic adviser. Transfer students will be notified by mail with the contact information for their assigned academic adviser.
Begin your classes
At this stage, you are ready to attend classes. Class times, building names, and room numbers are printed on your schedule of classes. A printed campus map may be obtained in the Admissions Office, or view our online campus map. E-mail the admissions office if you'd like us to arrange a tour for you. The Registrar's Office can provide you with a complete schedule of important dates for the entire semester.