School Counselors

Program-Specific Deadlines

Accelerated (3+2) Physicians Assistant: Complete your application before November 1 with a SAT score of 1200+ or a composite score of 25 on the ACT submitted to the Admissions Office to be considered for an invitation to interview. (Lock Haven campus only)

Accelerated (3+3) Physical Therapy: Complete your application before November 1 for priority consideration. (Bloomsburg and Lock Haven campuses only)

Nursing (ASN): Complete your application before December 1 including a TEAS score of 65 or higher, algebra, biology, and chemistry to be considered. (Lock Haven and Clearfield campuses only)

Nursing (BSN): Complete your application before November 15 to be considered. (Bloomsburg and Mansfield campuses only) 

Music (BS/BM): Complete your application by December 15 for priority consideration. Note: all music majors are required to complete an audition. For more information, please contact the music department. (Bloomsburg and Mansfield campuses only)

To guarantee scholarship eligibility for Fall 2025, be sure to complete your application and submit your transcript by 12/15/24 and pay your deposit by 5/1/25. Scholarships will be awarded based on cumulative weighted GPA at the time of application.

How to Apply Scholarships

At Commonwealth, we believe every student deserves access to quality education, regardless of their financial situation. We are pleased to announce that we accept free and reduced lunch waivers, College Board, as well as counselor recommendations for students applying to our academic programs.

Note: All students who attend a campus visit are also eligible for an application fee waiver. 

Exploring campus is an essential part of your student's college decision. That's why we have lots of options for them. And all our options offer a different perspective of campus, so every aspect of our Commonwealth University campuses are accessible and at your fingertips.

We offer a variety of personal, group, and virtual visit opportunities across our Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, Mansfield, and Clearfield locations so your students can find the right fit in the format that works best for them.

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Advanced Placement (AP) Exams: 
We value the hard work and dedication of students who take Advanced Placement (AP) courses. We encourage school counselors to submit AP exam scores of 3 or higher via CollegeBoard. 

AP Equivalencies 

College Level Exam Program (CLEP) Exams: 
Commonwealth University participates in the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) of the College Entrance Examination Board, which enables CU to grant course credit for scores earned on written examinations provided by CEEB/ETS.

CLEP Details 

Credit for Prior Learning:
Commonwealth University offers the opportunity to earn credit for your prior work, training, and life knowledge and apply it toward your associate's or bachelor’s degree.

Credit for Prior Learning

Transfer Credit Equivalencies: 
The Pennsylvania Transfer and Articulation Center (PA TRAC) enables students to easily identify courses and degrees that transfer to the participating colleges and universities.

Explore PA TRAC

Commonwealth U Early College Program
Students enrolled in approved districts, may take up to 12 credits per semester (6 credits for the summer and winter sessions) to earn college credit while still enrolled in high school. Courses may be taken on campus, online, or through Commonwealth’s approved districts as concurrent enrollment in a secondary environment.

Early College 

Dual Enrollment / Concurrent Enrollment: 
If your students are enrolled in college-level coursework elsewhere, we require a transcript be sent to our office from the institution through which the course is taken. All transcripts should be sent electronically to transcripts@commonwealthu.edu 

With Slate.org, keeping track of your students' college applications has never been easier. Picture a centralized hub that allows you to seamlessly organize, upload, and track materials on behalf of your students. You’ll also be able to see their status — helping guide your conversations.

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Explore Academic Programs

There’s no limit to what you can do here. If you’re passionate about it, you can study it. With more than 80 degree programs across our Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, Mansfield, and Clearfield locations, your students will always have options at Commonwealth University.

Academic Programs

The Honors College

The Eileen G. Jones Honors College at Commonwealth University provides exceptional opportunities for high-achieving and high-potential students like you to expand your cultural and personal boundaries while reaching your intellectual and career goals.

Honors College Program

FOCUS 2 Survey

Start by using FOCUS2, an online career exploration and planning system for self-assessment, research links, a career planning tutorial, and even compare multiple career options.

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Tuition and Costs

When your students are choosing the college that's right for them, it's important for them to consider the return on their investment. As the largest comprehensive university in north central and northeastern Pennsylvania, Commonwealth University works hard to provide a world-class education that consistently rates among the best values in the nation.

Tuition and Costs

Scholarships

Scholarships reduce the cost of attendance and allow you to focus on getting a great education. Students at Commonwealth University can take advantage of a variety of need-based and merit-based scholarships to help them achieve their academic goals.

Scholarships

How to Apply for Financial Aid

Financial aid helps students and families/supporters pay for college. It may consist of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study.

Applying for Financial Aid 

Whether this is your first or last year as a school counselor, we want to stay connected with you. New member on your team? Let us know!

Email us: admissions@commonwealthu.edu