Behrend
Welcome to on-campus living at Penn State Behrend, a beautiful campus on 854 acres just minutes from the heart of Erie and the shores of Lake Erie, and within about 100 miles of Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Buffalo.
Whether you plan to finish your degree here - like nearly three-quarters of Behrend students - or move on to University Park or one of Penn State's 19 other campuses, you'll love the academically rigorous, globally respected Penn State education in a setting where students can have close interaction with faculty and meaningful out-of-classroom experiences.
With an on-campus capacity of just over 1900 students, on-campus living at Behrend adds to the student experience and provides more opportunities for involvement and leadership. Housing, Food Services, and Residence Life is thrilled to provide the convenience, engagement, and unmatched "We Are" spirit to those who LiveOn at Penn State Behrend!
News & Announcements
Winter Break - University Housing Closedown
Classes, activities, and work CANCELED at Behrend
All students who are not currently on campus are advised to stay home until conditions improve.
'Swipe Out Hunger' encourages students to take action against food insecurity
Penn State Behrend’s Steven Miller Honored with CASP Recognition
2025-26 Contract Request Process Begins
Meal Plan Change Deadline Approaches
Spring Closing Information
Summer 2024 Housing Options
Working on your goals this summer? Live on campus and enjoy the flexibility of custom arrival and departure dates at rates you can afford - just $38 per night.
Delegate Access update for Housing and Food Services
Housing and Food Services is excited to announce that a student can now indicate a delegate with whom staff can discuss their Housing and Food Service (HFS) Contract details.
2024 Spring Break - University Housing Closedown
2024-2025 Housing Preferences Modification Deadline (for incoming first-year students)
'Swipe Out Hunger' encourages students to take action against food insecurity
LiveOn grant program helps students seeking a Penn State residential experience
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Deadline to request break housing for spring break 2025 is Friday, February 21. Break housing is not included in the...
Room Exchange eBoard Closes
The Room Exchange eBoard for spring 2025 closes on Friday, February 28 at noon.
University housing CLOSES for spring break on Saturday, March 8 at noon. All residents, except those who are approved for...