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Central Penn College is a career-oriented, residential college located in suburban Summerdale, PA, just minutes from Harrisburg. For over 140 years, we have been a leader in delivering career-focused education through hands-on learning by experienced and caring faculty, helping students in Pennsylvania and beyond achieve their professional goals.
Adult Students: Accelerate Your Career
Learn it in class tonight — use it on the job tomorrow.
Ready to advance your career without putting your life on hold? Central Penn College is designed to work with your schedule. Our year-round schedule uses accelerated 11-week terms available in day, evening, and online formats, giving you the flexibility to earn your degree at your pace. Because our curriculum is built around practical, real-world application and taught by professionally experienced faculty, you can immediately apply classroom knowledge on the job—even before you graduate. Get started on your accelerated degree today!
High School Students: Find Your Perfect College Fit
Everything you’re looking for… nothing you’re not.
We have everything you’re looking for in a college.
Central Penn offers everything you’re looking for and none of what you’re not. You’ll find a beautiful, safe campus near Harrisburg and a focused learning environment where the average class size is just 15 students, ensuring personalized attention. Choose from over 30 career-focused degrees designed for the modern job market. Best of all, we skip the hassles: no massive lecture halls, no overcrowded parking, and no long bus rides. Our unique schedule lets you complete your bachelor’s degree in just three years or an associate in 18 months, launching your career faster.
Online Classes: We Make Education Convenient
When it comes to remote learning, we are pioneers. Central Penn College has been successfully offering high-quality online classes since 2004, making us an expert in convenient, engaging, and effective online education. This isn’t just an add-on; it’s a core strength—in fact, 70% of our students take at least one online class every term. Whether you choose a fully online program or a hybrid schedule, you benefit from our proven track record, allowing you to manage school, work, and family with maximum flexibility.
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**Not all programs are offered in every format at all locations.