Pennsylvania State University consists of competitive and friendly students focused on building community and professional experience during their time here. I would recommend students who are looking for community through sports, clubs, and school affiliated groups and are comfortable with new experiences. There are endless opportunities to expand professional experience with research and leadership positions available on and off campus. A downside for some students is that this university is a PWI and it can be difficult to integrate into some spaces such as Greek Life. Overall, PSU is a mostly welcoming and eventful campus that embodies the typical American university.