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After decades of careers, service, and personal challenges, Leonard Tooks returned to school through Penn State World Campus to finish what he started — proving it’s never too late to achieve your goals.

Dr. Christopher Lawrence is shaping the future of online history education at Penn State, combining innovative teaching with a deep commitment to supporting working adults, military learners, and busy families.

Penn State World Campus is consistently recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Online Programs and recognized among the Best Online Programs for Veterans. Explore accredited online degrees in engineering, IT, education, and more.

Discover how a practicing physician advanced his knowledge in AI without leaving his community or his patients.

Jaisauna Houser earned her master’s in data analytics through Penn State World Campus without leaving Pittsburgh. Discover how online learning can help you advance your career while staying close to home.

Discover how Armand Gjeka completed his Master of Health Administration through Penn State World Campus while working full-time and raising a family. Learn how online programs can help professionals grow without leaving their communities.

Discover how Penn State World Campus helped Aja Cramer complete her digital multimedia design degree while working full-time. Learn how flexible online programs empower professionals to reskill and thrive without relocating.

Krystal Lutz earned her criminal justice degree through Penn State World Campus while working full-time. Learn how flexible online programs help people finish college, even when they thought it wasn’t possible.

Students traveled to University Park to attend Penn State's commencement ceremonies.

Penn State World Campus military and veteran students were among those recognized by Penn State leadership.