California, Clarion, Edinboro, Global Online

Fall 2025 Enrollment Highlights Steady Progress

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September 24, 2025

Pennsylvania Western University enrolled 10,548 students this fall across its California, Clarion, Edinboro and Global Online campuses, showcasing continued momentum in online learning, transfer students, and dual enrollment.

PennWest’s student body this fall includes 7,331 undergraduates, 3,051 graduate, and 166 doctoral students. PennWest’s overall enrollment reflects the most stable enrollment numbers in more than a decade, with progress toward long-term growth underscored by gains in several key areas.

Enrollment Highlights

Online enrollment grew to 4,448 students – an 8.09% increase over last fall – fueled by demand for flexible undergraduate and graduate options.

Dual enrollment surged by 270%, with 340 high school students earning PennWest credits at reduced tuition rates, expanding access and affordability for the next generation of learners.

Transfer enrollment exceeded targets, with 496 new transfers choosing PennWest – a 2.5% increase over projections.

“PennWest continues to demonstrate stability and opportunity across our campuses and online,” said Dr. Jon Anderson, president of PennWest. “We’re encouraged to see growth in online and dual enrollment, as well as consistent interest from first-year and transfer students. These trends reflect the quality of our academic programs and the dedication of our faculty and staff.”

Campus Snapshots

California welcomed 2,493 students, including 564 new first-year students— nearly identical to last year’s 566 — reflecting stable freshman enrollment.

Clarion welcomed 1,547 students, with 423 new first-year students, marking a 6.28% increase from last fall.

Edinboro welcomed 2,060 students, including 437 new first-year students and nearly a 14% increase in new transfer students, highlighting its continued appeal to degree-completing students.

Global Online remains a flexible pathway for students, with enrollments reaching 4,448 this fall, an 8% rise over last year.

PennWest students represent all 67 Pennsylvania counties, 49 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and more than 50 countries. Popular undergraduate majors include early childhood development, nursing and psychology, while top graduate programs include counseling, library science and social work.

With its blend of in-person, online, and dual enrollment opportunities, PennWest continues to provide accessible, affordable, and high-quality education to students across the commonwealth and beyond.