Penn State announced last week that it will implement waivers in support of students at the seven Commonwealth Campuses closing after the spring 2027 semester. The university will waive both the tuition surcharge for course loads above 19 credits and the student-initiated fees.

Beginning next semester, spring 2026, students at the campuses can schedule up to 24 credits per semester without the normal surcharge, which is applied when exceeding 19 credits.

The Commonwealth Fee Board and the university have also approved a waiver of student-initiated fees for the 2026-27 academic year. Students will save $315 per semester, while still having “full access to the activities, service, recreational opportunities, and facilities previously supported by the fee.”

“These waivers reflect our commitment to supporting students at the closing campuses and helping them stay on track toward earning their Penn State degrees,” said Renata Engel, vice president for Commonwealth Campuses and executive chancellor, in a release. “We will continue working on our students’ behalf to provide the guidance and resources they need through this time of transition.”