Higher Education in PA
Pennsylvania is home to nearly 250 postsecondary and high education institutions, which include state-owned universities, state-related universities and 2 affiliates, private state-aided institutions, and private colleges and universities.

Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education, which includes 14 state-owned universities, is the largest provider of higher education in the commonwealth.

This mix of public and private institutions in Pennsylvania provides a broad array of career choices for students to continue their studies on a full or part-time basis.

College Transfer Tool
Interested in transferring to a new college or university? Check out the college transfer tool to make sure your credits go with you. This easy-to-use tool will help you identify courses and degrees that transfer to participating colleges and universities.