FAQ
What is the Keystone Promise?
The Keystone College Promise pledges that within six months after graduating from Keystone and fulfilling the requirements of the Career Development Center, you will have received at least one job offer, or where appropriate, be accepted into a transfer or graduate program.
Do you have an Honor's Program?
Yes, the Honor's Program at Keystone benefits students of intellectual promise and high motivation who seek increasing challenge at the undergraduate level. The program is designed to recognize and encourage academic excellence, to stimulate students to work at their own pace, and to facilitate the exchange of ideas and information among students with different interests and in different disciplines. The Honor's Program provides co-curricular activities, service opportunities, and intellectual and social support, adding significant dimensions to the student's academic program. The Director of Admissions invites students to participate in the honor's program once a formal acceptance to the College is granted.
How many academic programs does Keystone offer?
Keystone offer 17 bachelor's degrees, over 18 associate degree programs, 5 post-baccalaureate education programs, and four certificate programs.
When should my child apply, what steps should they take to do so, and when is Keystone's application deadline?
Seniors should begin filling out applications in the beginning of the early fall and may submit their application beginning in September of their senior year. Keystone College follows a rolling admissions policy in which applicants are notified of an admissions decision within three weeks of a completed application. Priority in financial aid, scheduling, and housing is given to those who apply and pay their deposits early. Application Deadlines vary by term.
What can my son or daughter do while still in high school to prepare for college?
Students should prepare for college by taking a rigorous college prep curriculum while in high school. The admissions committee looks closely at high school coursework as part of the review process. Additionally, students should begin visiting college campuses in the fall of their junior year in order to begin searching for the college that will be most appropriate for their learning and social needs.
Does your college accept applications from students with learning differences?
Keystone College welcomes students with learning differences to make application to the College. If the student choses to disclose that he/she has a learning difference, we do ask that the student submit a current IEP and psychological evaluation to the Office of Admissions with their admissions application. Once the application is complete, we may invite the student to the campus for a personal interview in order to discuss the available support services provided at Keystone College to ensure a successful college career.
Is a Keystone College education affordable and how do I receive financial aid?
Keystone College is the most affordable private college in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Every family's financial situation is different. Keystone College strongly suggests that all families file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
What kind of assistance do you provide to help students choose a career, find employment, or transfer to another college or university?
The Career Development Center assists students with career, employment, and transfer concerns. The staff helps students in choosing careers that best fit their interests and skills. Students are informed of the educational requirements and appropriate majors for specific jobs and career opportunities.