New Contactless Card Readers Provide Greater Convenience and Security
Penn State is excited to offer new contactless card readers at student apartments, suites, and bedrooms, making access more convenient and secure while saving students lost room key fees. This initiative is a three-year project that began in 2023 and ends this year.
During summer 2023 and summer 2024, over 9000 locks were installed at Abington, Beaver, Behrend, Brandywine, Greater Allegheny, Harrisburg, Mont Alto, Schuylkill, and University Park. The project will complete with this summer's installations at the Altoona, Berks, Hazleton, and University Park.
Students at locations with contactless card readers can use their iPhone, Apple Watch, Android phone, or Samsung Watch to access campus buildings and rooms. For more information and instructions for setting up a mobile credential, visit