While universities across the nation have experienced a decline in applications and enrollment during the pandemic, interest in many Penn State Smeal programs has increased.

Applications as of April 6, 2021 (compared to April 6, 2020):

  • Undergraduate 30% 30%
  • MBA 37% 37%
  • Master’s in Management and Organizational Leadership 3% 3%
  • Master of Science in Real Estate Analysis and Development 81% 81%
  • Master of Accounting 26% 26%
  • Online MBA 56% 56%
  • Online Specialty Master’s and Certificate Programs 41% 41%