One-Year Residential Master's Visits & Events
Book a Virtual Meeting Today
Our admissions team is ready to answer your questions and assist you in your graduate education journey. You can schedule a 30-minute, one-on-one virtual meeting with a Penn State Smeal admissions team member. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET.
Ask Admissions: Drop-in live Q&A about your application
Have questions about your application? Save yourself an email and drop into our live Ask Admissions Q&A for Applications session! Whether you're checking the status of your materials, need clarification on requirements, or have quick application-related inquiries, we're here to help.
This informal, round-robin style session allow you to get answers faster than waiting for a scheduled meeting or a reply to your email. Simply stop by virtually during the designated hours, ask your question, and get the help you need on the spot. Perfect for quick questions about your application or next steps in the process.
Let us help you move forward with confidence—no appointment needed!
Additional dates coming soon!
Upcoming One-Year Master's Events
Are you interested in a specialty business master's program that can be completed in one year at Penn State's University Park campus? Attend an event to learn more! Our events provide you with the opportunity to meet with our admissions team, explore program curriculums, and interact with current students. If you have questions about these events, please email smealmasters@psu.edu or call us at 814-863-0474.
| Event | Date | Time (ET) | Format | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Check back soon for more events! |
On-Demand Past Event Recordings
| Event | Recording |
| Application Tips for Fall 2025 (November 5, 2024) |
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| Graduate Housing: The Off-Campus Experience (November 11, 2024) |
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| Alumni Insights for Navigating Success as an International Student (November 18, 2024) |
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| Getting Involved Outside of the Classroom (November 21, 2024) |
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| Where Are They Now - Alumni Post-Graduation (December 3, 2024) |
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| Virtual Information Panel (December 10, 2024) |
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| Virtual Information Session with Graduate Faculty Directors (January 21, 2025) |
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| Financing Options for Graduate Education (January 22, 2025) |
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| Inside the Career Search at Smeal (January 22, 2025) |
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| Exploring the Master of Accounting (MAcc) Program (January 23, 2025) |
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| Exploring the Master of Supply Chain Management (MSCM) Program (January 24, 2025) |
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| Exploring the Master's in Business Analytics (MBAN) Program (January 27, 2025) |
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| Exploring the One-Year MBA Program (January 29, 2025) |
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| Exploring the Master of Finance (MFIN) Program (January 29, 2025) |
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| Exploring the Master's in Real Estate Analysis & Development Program (January 30, 2025) |
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| Pre Arrival Virtual Information Session: I-20 and Securing Your Visa to the U.S. (January 30, 2025) |
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| PSU Commonwealth Campus Transition to University Park (February 3, 2025) |
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| First-Generation Perspectives: A Conversation with our Master's Students (February 11, 2025) |
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| Personal, Professional, and Leadership Development at Smeal (February 12, 2025) |
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| No Business? No Problem! (March 20, 2025) |
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| Last Call with Smeal's Director of Admissions (March 31, 2025) |
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| Gain a Global Perspective with Smeal Master's (April 1, 2025) |
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Other Ways to Engage
Penn State Information Tables and Information Sessions
Throughout the Fall Semester, representatives from our one-year degree programs will be around the Penn State University Park campus at information tables and holding sessions with student organizations. If you are interested in learning more about the program and chatting with one of our student representatives, look for us in the HUB, Westgate Building, and Eberly College of Science during the year! To find out where we'll be next, feel free to email us at smealmasters@psu.edu!