College Planning
Planning on attending college or post-secondary institution? Get connected with resources to find the path that's right for you and explore financing options.
Student Resources
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U.S. Department of Education: College Information – General information on colleges and technical schools from the U.S. Department of Education.
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List of Pennsylvania Colleges and Universities – EdNA can be used to find name, address, administrator, and related information about the educational entities that PDE serves.
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PHEAA - The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is a national provider of student financial aid services, including grants, loans, and other funding opportunities.
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PASmart – A statewide movement to ensure Pennsylvania students and workers have the skills and abilities to meet the economic needs of the 21st century, focusing on careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
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Collegeboard - College Board is a not-for-profit organization working to expand access to higher education.
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Transfer/Articulation and Dual-Credit Agreements
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Horace Mann Bond - Leslie Pinckney Hill Scholarship
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PA College Transfer (PA Trac)
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Federal Financial Aid
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Pennsylvania College Application Campaign (PCAC)
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Tuition Waiver for Foster Care Students
Students with Disabilities
Military and Veteran Students
Adults and Returning Students
Which college has your major?
The following will allow you to search for any education program at any postsecondary institution in the Commonwealth, including The College of Technology, Community Colleges, Other Approved Schools, Other Colleges and Universities, Other Postsecondary Schools, Private Colleges and Universities, Private Licensed Schools, Private Two-year Colleges, State-Aided Institutes, State-Related Commonwealth Universities, and State Universities.
Institution Program Search
Safety and Scam Avoidance
Closed Institutions
Students who attended a college, university or seminary that has closed should contact the Division of Higher Education, Access, and Equity at 717-783-6786 or
RA-HigherEducation@pa.gov for information about records. For closed business or trade postsecondary schools, go to
State Board of Private Licensed Schools Closed School Records or email
ra-pls@pa.gov.