Explore IST offers you a first-hand look at the College of Information Sciences and Technology! Connect with IST faculty and current students as you check out our majors, student organizations, and facilities. See how a College of IST education can prepare you for a meaningful career where information, technology, and society intersect.

Schedule a virtual appointment to learn about our programs, exciting out-of-the-classroom opportunities, and incredible student support. Your personalized virtual appointment is a great way to get your questions answered and screen-share important online resources.

When are virtual appointments?

The College of IST is available for half-hour long virtual appointments on the following days:

• Thursdays from 5-5:30 p.m., 6-6:30 p.m., and 7-7:30 p.m.

Unfortunately, the College of IST cannot accommodate drop-in appointments and registration is required to attend.

Are you looking to learn more about Computer Science?

The Computer Science program is housed within the College of Engineering. Please see the College of Engineering visits website to schedule an appointment to learn more about Computer Science.

Make an Appointment

If you are an international student and the times listed on our calendar are not convenient for you in your time zone, please contact us at futurestudents@ist.psu.edu to make other arrangements.

When are on-campus appointments?

The College of IST is available for hour long on-campus appointments on the following days:

• Mondays from 9-10 a.m., 10-11 a.m., 11 a.m.- noon, and 3-4 p.m.
• Fridays from 9-10 a.m., 10-11 a.m., 11 a.m.- noon, and 3-4 p.m.

Unfortunately, the College of IST cannot accommodate drop-in appointments and registration is required to attend.

What does an on-campus experience look like for the College of Information Sciences and Technology?

A College of IST visit is an hour-long experience that gives you the opportunity to connect with an IST recruitment staff to learn more about the college, its majors and exciting out-of-classroom experiences like internships and student engagement.

How will I connect with an IST recruiting staff member?

During your visit to the College of Information Sciences and Technology, which is located primarily at the Westgate Building at University Park, you will connect with a member of our recruiting staff. Please note that your on-campus IST experience may be in a hybrid format to include some virtual and on-campus meetings in our tech-enabled collaboration spaces.

Will I be able to connect with IST students?

Based on the time of year, the visit may also include the opportunity to meet with our IST Diplomats (current IST students) in-person the Westgate Building to learn more about their college experiences and student life at IST and Penn State.

During the academic year, students will not be available during holidays like Labor Day and Martin Luther King Day and other breaks during the academic calendar.

To provide you with the best experience possible, we encourage you to:

• Pair your IST visit with an Undergraduate Admissions information session or tour to learn more about Penn State and the admissions process.
• Schedule your IST visit at least one week in advance.

Are you looking to learn more about Computer Science?

The Computer Science program is housed within the College of Engineering. Please see the College of Engineering visits website to schedule an appointment to learn more about Computer Science.

IST On-Campus Appointment

Congratulations on your admission to Penn State! We hope you decide that Penn State and the College of IST are where you want to be. If you haven't connected with us yet or want to reconnect before making that final decision, this program is for you.

Held February through April each year, you'll have the opportunity to chat with our diverse faculty, helpful staff, and engaged students to get answers to your questions and explore if Penn State and the College of IST are right for you. There are both virtual and on-campus offerings. Please be sure to check the type of event before registering to ensure you are signing up for the experience that you want.

Please note that Admitted Student Events are not appropriate for students who have already made their decision and paid their housing deposit. Instead, plan to attend New Student Orientation.

Student Stories

Hear from IST students about our majors, academic and experiential opportunities, and how to build your community in the college by taking a video tour of all the College of IST has to offer.

University Park Tour

Take a self-guided virtual tour of the University Park campus to check out classrooms, residence halls, facilities, and much more.

For several days each summer—typically at the end of July—Penn State’s Undergraduate Admissions Office welcomes prospective students and their families to tour the University Park campus, explore academic programs, and connect with the campus community during Spend a Summer Day. During your visit, you can also attend a breakout presentation to learn about the exciting opportunities available at the College of Information Sciences and Technology.

Watch this space and your email for more information about Spend a Summer Day.

With 20 undergraduate campuses across the state, Penn State is one university geographically dispersed. Many Penn State campuses offer IST courses, degree programs, and visit opportunities. Check out the campus closest to you to learn about upcoming events that highlight all IST has to offer at a different campus location.