School Details
Formed by the merger of California, Clarion, and Edinboro universities, Pennsylvania Western University harnesses the power of each institution to provide the best and most comprehensive education possible to its students. The multiple PennWest campuses provide students with increased access to courses, faculty, and learning opportunities, whether in person, hybrid, or online.
Programs are available for students of all types, whether you are a recent high school graduate, seeking a graduate degree, or pursuing a certificate to advance your career. Distance learning is available through PennWest Global Online. Courses are taught by professors, not teaching assistants or graduate students. Classes are designed to be challenging, innovative, and practical for your future career.
Majors are housed within six colleges focusing on the following fields:
- Arts and Humanities
- Natural Sciences and Engineering Technology
- Business, Communication, and Information Sciences
- Education
- Social Science and Human Services
- Health Sciences
Accreditation & Licensing
Pennsylvania Western University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)