UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Penn State will host its annual Fall Housing Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, in Alumni Hall, HUB-Robeson Center, at University Park. The event is free and open to all students and families. No registration is required for the in-person fair.
A Virtual Housing Fair will also be offered from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 22. Students and families planning to participate in the virtual event are encouraged to register in advance.
The fairs will provide comprehensive information about on- and off-campus housing options at University Park. Attendees can explore available properties, learn about lease terms and responsibilities, and speak directly with housing representatives to support their decision-making.
Both the in-person and virtual fairs will feature housing vendors, many offering special discounts, giveaways and prize drawings.
Students preparing to choose their housing for next year can also visit the Penn State Student Affairs website to learn more about on-campus processes, off-campus resources, including timelines and next steps.
Penn State offers a wide range of services to help students make informed decisions about their living arrangements for the upcoming academic year.
- The Housing Assignment Office oversees on-campus housing. Students currently living on campus are eligible to participate in the LiveOn Housing Process. Housing Assignment staff are available to answer questions about room selection, housing contracts and timelines.
- Student Care and Advocacy manages the University's off-campus housing classifieds website and coordinates the annual housing fairs. The office helps students and families understand the State College rental market, compare options and approach their housing search with confidence.
- The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center provides financial education and individualized guidance to help students build a budget and plan for the costs of living on or off campus. Students can access workshops, one-on-one coaching and online tools to support financial decision-making.
- Student Legal Services, funded by the Student Fee and housed within Student Affairs, offers free lease reviews and legal consultations. Students can meet with an attorney before signing a housing agreement to fully understand their rights, responsibilities and financial obligations.
- A collaboratively developed, on-demand tenant rights module is available for students, parents and families. The module provides essential information about Pennsylvania tenant laws, renter protections and best practices for navigating landlord-tenant relationships.
Penn State Student Affairs supports holistic student success through advocacy, education, engagement and care. With more than 30 programs and units, Student Affairs helps students thrive in and out of the classroom, discover community and belonging, build leadership skills and create lasting memories. All programs and events are open to all students, regardless of sex, gender, sexual orientation, race or other protected class. Student Affairs is committed to building a community of belonging for all. Learn more about Student Affairs programs at studentaffairs.psu.edu/.