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A student who has taken Advanced Placement examinations may receive credit for them at PennWest, provided the score is a 3 or higher. Advance Placement credits should be submitted to the Articulation and Transfer Evaluation office (transfercredit@pennwest.edu).

Business Administration and Management, General

Accounting

Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

Speech Communication and Rhetoric

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance

Education/Teaching of Individuals in Secondary Special Education Programs

Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services

Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching

Secondary Education and Teaching

Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Art Teacher Education

English/Language Arts Teacher Education

Technology Teacher Education/Industrial Arts Teacher Education

Mathematics Teacher Education

Reading Teacher Education

Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education

Social Science Teacher Education

Biology Teacher Education

Chemistry Teacher Education

Physics Teacher Education

Earth Science Teacher Education

Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

Education, General

Educational Leadership and Administration, General

Superintendency and Educational System Administration

Educational/Instructional Technology

Special Education and Teaching, General

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Autism

Education/Teaching of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs

Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering

Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General

Nanotechnology

Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician

Computer Engineering Technology/Technician

Biomedical Technology/Technician

Robotics Technology/Technician

English Language and Literature, General

Spanish Language and Literature

Arabic Language and Literature

Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Business Statistics

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Nursing Administration

Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician

Health and Wellness, General

Communication Sciences and Disorders, General

Computational and Applied Mathematics

Systems Science and Theory

Gerontology

Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies

Environmental Science

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General

Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management

Philosophy

Chemistry, General

Geology/Earth Science, General

Physics, General

Psychology, General

School Psychology

Social Work

Public Policy Analysis

Criminology

Geography

Political Science and Government, General

Anthropology

Social Sciences, General

Commercial and Advertising Art

Graphic Design

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Art/Art Studies, General

Music Technology

Physical Therapy Assistant

Athletic Training/Trainer

History, General

Homeland Security

Criminal Justice/Safety Studies

Legal Studies

Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Mathematics, General

PennWest may be a new name, but its history spans nearly 165 years of tradition and academic excellence. Formed by the integration of California, Clarion and Edinboro universities, PennWest is a model for future success. It's building on the strengths of each university in order to offer every student a richer experience, while holding down the cost of education. Three brick-and-mortar campuses welcome residential as well as commuter students, and its online offering allows you to choose the academic and personal options that suit you best. You'll have access to more courses, more faculty and more learning opportunities than ever before, including the in-person classes and hands-on learning that have always been a part of Cal, Clarion and Edinboro. As a student, you will continue to receive the fnancial aid, personal attention and academic support you need to reach your educational goals and build the future you envision. Whatever campus you choose, you can also expect a vibrant experience that includes leadership and service opportunities, athletics, cultural activities, recreation, student-led clubs and more. Our plans for the future are as bold and bright as the students we serve.

Pennsylvania Western University

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