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Altoona

Welcome to on-campus living at Penn State Altoona, located in beautiful central Pennsylvania and only 45 minutes from University Park.

Whether you plan to finish your degree here or move on to University Park or one of Penn State's 19 other campuses, you'll love the close-knit community, award-winning faculty, and opportunities for leadership and athletic participation at Altoona.

With an on-campus population of just over 900 students, on-campus living at Altoona adds to the student experience and provides more opportunities for involvement and leadership. Housing, Food Services, and Residence Life are thrilled to provide the convenience, engagement, and unmatched "We Are" spirit to those who choose to LiveOn at Penn State Altoona!

Where to Live

Suites

Traditional

Renovated

Suites

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Housing Information

Where to Eat

Coasters Coffee Bar

Hawthorn Building

Coffee, Cafes & Juice Bars

Common Grounds

Slep Student Center

Convenience Store

No discounts available

Port Sky Café

Food Court

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Dining Information

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Incoming Students

Incoming first-year and transfer students, we can't wait to welcome you to Penn State.

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Current Students

Current students, explore your options and sign up for space next year.

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Calendar

Mar 16

Online Room Selection Begins

All Day

Fall 2026 online room selection will be available beginning March 16 by class standing continuing through June 1. Students can...

April Deli Special

All Day

Port Sky Cafe

For a limited time only, we will be offering a Muffalata Half Sub.

Apr 22

Keystone Spring Harvest

All Day

Port Sky Cafe

Join us at Port Sky for a cozy Pennsylvania dinner. We're serving Chicken Corn Soup, Smoked Trout Penne, Fried Trout Sandwiches, Zucchini Chickpea Fritters with Whipped Roasted Red Pepper Feta, and Amish Potato Pancakes with Applesauce. It wouldn't be a true Pennsylvania feast without a Whoopie Pie for dessert!