Welcome to PennWest Clarion!

Once you’ve submitted your enrollment deposit, you can register for orientation to get to know the campus and meet some of your incoming class peers. You will also have the opportunity to review your fall schedule, meet with faculty and staff, and get all of your financial aid and residence life questions answered. 

Submit Your Deposit          

Fall New Student Orientation Registration is now open!

Participation in New Student Orientation is highly encouraged for all incoming, undergraduate First Year Students starting the Fall 2026 term. Our PennWest Orientation program will enable you to connect with faculty, staff and students, while completing your next steps in the admissions process. This program will give you timely information and action items in areas such as Academic Course scheduling, Financial Aid, Health and Wellness Resources and Housing and Commuter Services.

New Student Orientation Dates:

• May 15
• June 12
• June 26
• July 18
• July 23

Register

For Parents and Supporters:

Are you the parent, family member or guardian of a future Golden Eagle? Email orientation@pennwest.edu to ask questions or to set up a phone call with our Office of Parent and Family Engagement.

When you attend New Student Orientation (NSO) with your student, you will have your own break-out session to interact with staff and meet other parents/guests.

The New Student Orientation Team is Available to Connect via:

Email: orientation@pennwest.edu

Phone: 814-393-1766