Penn State University - Penn State Extension

Penn State University - Penn State Extension is the outreach and continuing education division of Penn State University, based in University Park, Pennsylvania. Penn State Extension delivers non-credit and credit-bearing education to communities across Pennsylvania through in-person, online, and hybrid formats. Specific enrollment and completion metrics for this division are not reported separately in current IPEDS data.

Penn State Extension offers programs and workshops in areas including agriculture, food safety, business and entrepreneurship, energy, health, and workforce development. Training is designed for working adults, farmers, business owners, and community members seeking applied, practical knowledge in their fields.

University Park is home to Penn State's main campus in Centre County, central Pennsylvania. The Extension's statewide reach allows it to serve learners in both urban and rural communities across all 67 Pennsylvania counties. Interested participants should visit the Penn State Extension website or contact their local office for current program offerings.