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- Why Smeal
Visit Smeal
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Visit Smeal
Penn State Smeal is located in the Business Building at 475 Shortlidge Road on the University Park campus.
Public parking is available in the East Parking Deck on Bigler Road. Review Penn State’s campus maps for directions, parking information, and shuttle routes before your visit.
Dedicated in 2005, Smeal’s 210,000-square-foot home was designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects.
In 2016, it became the first building on a Penn State campus to earn LEED Gold certification for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance.
Plan Your Visit
Undergraduate Visits
Take a Penn State campus tour, join a weekly in-person or online Smeal visit, or explore events such as Spend a Summer Day.
Master’s Program Visits
Find virtual meetings, live Q&A sessions, recruitment events, recorded sessions, and opportunities to visit campus through Smeal’s residential and hybrid master’s programs.
Doctoral Program Visits
Explore Smeal’s doctoral programs and find available admissions meetings and events, including in-person and virtual opportunities for the Executive D.B.A.
About State College
University Park is located adjacent to the Borough of State College. Home to more than 40,000 residents, State College combines the energy and cultural opportunities of a major research university with the charm of a welcoming small town. In 2026, USA Today named State College the Best Small College Town in America, recognizing its vibrant downtown, outdoor recreation, arts and culture, and strong sense of community.