Parents and Families
Kutztown University welcomes your college student and your family to ours. Just like you, we are excited for your family members to get started on their college education, and we want only the best experience for them. This is an important time in a young person's life, and KU is dedicated to providing a safe environment that makes the experience enjoyable, educationally stimulating, and fulfilling. At the same time, Kutztown University is committed to keeping parents and family members "in the loop." This page provides links and up-to-date news, deadlines, services and tips for the families of college-bound students.
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State Grant Helps Prepare Special Education Teachers
KU has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Education to help address the statewide shortage of special education teachers.
Fall 2025, Winter 2026 Degree Recipients
Kutztown University has conferred degrees for 480 students for the 2025 fall semester and 2026 winter session.
Biotechnology Certificate
The program is designed to develop and enhance practical workplace skills for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
Entrepreneurship Week April 20-24
The event includes panels, workshops and presentations that provides students and the local community with insights, strategies and tools from experts.
Upgrade Your Skills with KU Advance
KU Advance offers 4,000+ courses and certificates.
2026 PA Hunger-Free Campus Grant
The Hunger-Free grant awards $60,000 to aid in expanding access to food options, creating awareness initiatives and upgrading facilities.
Resources
Parents and Family Bulletin
The Parent and Family Bulletin is a monthly e-newsletter for parents/family of KU's current students.
Family Orientation
Congratulations on your student's acceptance to Kutztown University! It's time to prepare and register for your orientation program to join the Golden Bear Family.