[1] In 1948, the Penn State McKeesport Center opened in Dravosburg, offering courses in occupational training and self-enrichment for returning veterans.

The center eventually moved to McKeesport in 1952 and established complete associate degree programs with the first graduates in 1955.

[3] Penn State Greater Allegheny offers a number of two- and four-year degree programs that students can start and finish on the campus.

[4] Penn State Greater Allegheny is a residential campus, offering housing for 200 students in McKeesport Hall.

For students interested in playing a sport but not wanting to join a varsity team, various intramural leagues and activities are held throughout the academic year.