Penn State Safe & Aware

Alcohol Policy

The University's alcohol policy is consistent with Pennsylvania Law and applies to all students who attend Penn State. The policy states:

  • You must be 21 or older to drink or possess alcohol.
  • Regardless of your age, you cannot buy alcohol for, or give alcohol to, anyone who is under 21.
  • Any student who excessively drinks alcohol, causing a negative impact to themselves or others, may be subject to student conduct action, even if they are over the age of 21.
  • You cannot drink or use drugs and then operate a vehicle. This includes riding a bike or an electric scooter.
  • If you have a violation off campus the University may apply its own sanctions and hold you accountable as well.