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Tour our tree-lined campus either virtually or in person to learn more about our 275+ degrees, our champion athletics teams, and the personalized attention our students get in the classroom. Our close proximity to Pittsburgh offers a variety of entertainment options while you're here.

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Virtual Events and Campus Visits

Tour the campus, talk to our students, and learn more about us by visiting online or in person. Virtual visits and events allow students and families to meet with us from the safety and convenience of their home. Limited on-campus visits provide the chance for students and parents or guardians to see the campus up close while following safety protocols. We'll waive your application fee when you visit us online or in person.

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Experience Pittsburgh

The city of Pittsburgh is a short, 40-minute drive from Penn State Beaver. Downtown shuttles are offered for resident students who want to explore the city, and the Student Activities Office plans group outings downtown throughout the academic year.

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Outdoor Activities

Western Pennsylvania is filled with parks and trails for hiking, biking, fishing, and camping. Here's a sampling of what you can find in the area.

  • Bradys Run Park
  • Great Allegheny Passage
  • McConnells Mill State Park
  • Montour Trail
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  • Raccoon Creek State Park
  • Three Rivers Heritage Trail
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Museums, Attractions, and Theater

The following attractions are just a taste of the many things Western Pennsylvania has to offer, all within a short drive of the campus.

  • Andy Warhol Museum
  • Carnegie Museums and Art and Natural History
  • Carnegie Science Center
  • Kennywood Amusement Park
  • National Aviary
  • Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
  • Pittsburgh Cultural District
  • Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium
  • Sandcastle Water Park
  • Senator John Heinz History Center
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Sports Teams

If taking in a major sporting event is more your style, Pittsburgh has the following hockey, baseball, soccer, and football teams.

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  • Pittsburgh Pirates
  • Pittsburgh Riverhounds
  • Pittsburgh Steelers
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