Professional Attire Closet
Dress for Success
We know that a great suit can be a professional game-changer. Be confident in your look and find a suit to wear at the Professional Attire Closet.
- Suits are cleaned by Monarch Dry Cleaners so you'll be ready to go when you walk out the door
- Bring your student ID to access the closet.
- Limit of one outfit per student once an academic year.
- The Professional Attire Closet exists to serve students and recent alumni in financial need and limited geographically with professional event needs like career fairs, interviews, and networking events. Please note that other needs cannot be accommodated.
Access the Closet
The Professional Attire Closet is a partnership with the University Park Undergraduate Association (UPUA). Students can visit the closet by making an appointment using the link below. Appointments are available Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm and are REQUIRED. Please note that the latest start time to an appointment will be at 4:00 pm.
Each appointment can accommodate the requestor plus up to 3 guests. Each visitor will be asked to check in with their PSU ID. We will respond to your request for an appointment in 1 - 2 business days. If you have not heard back about a request, or if you have any questions, please reach out to us at careerworkshops@psu.edu.
Proudly sponsored by
Community Resources
Need other options to help find an affordable suit? Check out non-University affiliated options in the greater State College area for more selection year-round.
- Clothing Transit at Penn State
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The Clothing Transit is an opportunity for members of the queer and trans community to exchange clothing and accessories, including shoes, bags, hats, and jewelry – all free of cost. The intention of the Clothing Transit is to provide trans and gender non-conforming students with the freedom to comfortably find clothing that reflects their gender expression and identity without the discomfort of shopping in a traditional clothing store.
- St. Vincent DePaul Thrift Store
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1300 Benner Pike
State College, PA 16801
814-867-3131-
Weekdays:
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. -
Saturday:
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
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- Goodwill Thrift Store of State College
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387 Benner Pike
State College, PA 16801
814-237-8006-
Weekdays:
10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. -
Saturday:
10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. -
Sunday:
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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- State College Women's Club Thrift Shop
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902 South Allen Street
State College, PA 16801
814-238-2322-
Thursdays:
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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- Balfurd Cleaners
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For dry cleaning, tailoring, and laundry assistance.
215 South Atherton Street
State College, PA 16801
814-237-8066-
Weekdays:
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. -
Saturday:
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
1223 North Atherton Street
State College, PA 16801
814-237-7661-
Weekdays:
7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. -
Saturday:
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Share in the Success
Donations: The Professional Attire Closet is NOT currently accepting clothing donations. Thank you for your kind generosity.
Support the closet in other ways!
Financial donations to the Professional Attire Closet are greatly appreciated! Cash cannot be accepted, but checks are welcome.
- CHECKS CAN BE MADE OUT TO:
The Pennsylvania State University
Professional Attire Closet (memo line)
- MAILING ADDRESS:
Breanna Owens
Penn State Professional Attire Closet
105 Career Services Center
University Park, PA 16802
Have questions about getting involved?
Our team can be reached at careerworkshops@psu.edu or 814-865-4630.
105 Bank of America Career Services Center
University Park, PA 16802
814-865-4630
careerworkshops@psu.edu
