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ERIE, PA USA

TWICE AWARDED BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE PROGRAM

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STATE OF THE ART RESIDENCE HALL

PIA

Pennsylvania International Academy (PIA) is situated on a spectacular 10-acre campus in Erie, Pennsylvania. Located near three major US cities and coupled with easy access to Erie’s airport, we are easy to reach from around the world. PIA is an integral part of the Mercyhurst Preparatory School Experience and Cultural Hub for high school students in Pennsylvania. Our goal is to provide our students with an enriched and enhanced living experience akin to the top Universities and Colleges in America. This experience will not only provide a high caliber experience our students deserve but will also enable each student to acclimate to their future rich, bold and exciting times ahead when they graduate.

ABOUT US

AMENITIES AT RESIDENTIAL AND CAMPUS FACILITIES

Single Dorm

Double Dorm

Study Hall

Game Room

Family Room

OTHER AMENITIES

MUSIC ROOM

DINING HALL

TV & INTERNET COMMON AREAS

GROUP PROJECT ROOMS

CAMPUS WIDE WIFI

LAUNDRY ROOMS

ADVANTAGES OF DORM LIFE

COMPANIONSHIP & COMMUNITY

At PIA, it’s easy to meet new people and make the transition away from home.
Frequent cultural and community events for students to further develop socialization and interpersonal skills along with cultural education.
We offer special leisure and sports activities in conjunction with traditional educational to further reinforce socialization efforts in a fun and inclusive way.

CONVENIENCE

Located in close proximity to a variety of major shopping areas and restaurants with continuous access to bus/transportation service for each student.
Our dormitory is open 24 hours a day, year-round which is an important distinction for our international students.
Athletic facilities are conveniently located near the residential campus and include a state-of-the-art fitness center and student lounge/hub.

DINING

We provide a variety of daily meals that are appetizing, healthy and fresh.
International fusion chef on staff that prepares international dishes to everyone’s delight.
We understand that in order to succeed academically, our students need to have access to and be encouraged to make healthy food choices.

SAFETY & 24 HOUR CARE

Our dormitory provides a safe and secure environment for our students. Each area has cameras, fire and smoke detectors along with continuous adult supervision.
Dorm “parents” and dorm administrators live full time on campus and are always accessible to our students should any issue arise.
We view student safety as our paramount priority and are equipped to address any situation.

EXCELLENT MEDICAL CARE

We work with one of the top medical care providers in America, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) to provide the best healthcare for each student.
The medical center is staffed with board certified physicians who strive to provide excellent medical care. For more information please go to www.upmc.com