Transportation

• Vehicle Assistance: Campus Safety has tools to open locked cars, jumper packs for dead batteries, and an air tank for flat tires. • Lost and Found: The Lost and Found is located in the Campus Safety Department. Items will be disposed of after being unclaimed for 30 days. • Escorts: A campus escort service is available to any visitor, student, or employee. Officers will gladly provide an escort, when available, at any time. In order to request this service, please call (814) 886-6327. Escorts are offered for someone arriving or departing campus when it is dark out or during inclement weather or for anyone with a temporary or permanent disability. • Environmental Prevention: Campus Safety works to assure safe and secure conditions in campus facilities and grounds; including monitoring that foliage is trimmed, entrances are unobstructed, and campus lighting is in good working order. College community members are encouraged to make Campus Safety aware of potential safety concerns on campus.

Public Transportation to Campus

Public transportation to and from the Mount Aloysius campus is limited and it is difficult to walk or bicycle to the surrounding Mount Aloysius community. It is recommended that students use a personal car to travel to and from campus.

Transportation from Other Cities

Amtrak • From other U.S. cities to Harrisburg, PA (closest location to the college) • Sometimes available in Ebensburg and Altoona, PA Greyhound Bus Lines • From other U.S. cities to Ebensburg, Johnstown, or Altoona, PA (closest location to the college) CamTran • Local bus transportation between towns (Ebensburg/Portage/Cresson)

If you plan to drive a car, a valid driver’s license is required. For a limited time you may be able to drive with a valid driver’s license issued in your own country or a valid international driver’s license. For more information, please visit this U.S. Government website.

To obtain your Pennsylvania driver’s license, first go to the Admissions Office on campus to request an enrollment verification document to bring to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services. For details, see the Driver Services. A driver’s manual is available in multiple languages. DMV office locations closest to Mount Aloysius are in Altoona or Johnstown.

Altoona Driver and Photo License Center

Distance: 10.09 Miles Address: 1738A Ninth Ave., Altoona, PA 16602 (Behind Boyer Candy Building) Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30am to 4:15pm (closed Sunday and Monday)

Johnstown Driver and Photo License Center

Distance: 18.59 Miles Address: 563 Walters Ave., Johnstown, PA 15904 (Use Walters Avenue Exit from PA 56) Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30am to 4:15pm (closed Sunday and Monday)

Buying a Car

Most students recommend that you buy a car while living in the U.S. • New cars - Students recommend searching online at www.truecar.com which allows you to compare prices and choose the best dealer. • Used cars - Students recommend searching online at www.autotrader.com which lists cars being offered by dealers as well as by private owners. If you buy from a private owner, we suggest that you: • Take the car to a mechanic and pay for an inspection to make sure it is in good condition. • Check Kelly Blue Book for fair pricing information, depending on vehicle condition. • Check Carfax for the vehicle history (previous accidents or damage). • Registration - You must register your car at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in Pennsylvania using instructions here.

• Car Insurance:

• If you buy a car, the law requires you to buy insurance and keep a paper copy of your proof of insurance inside your car at all times. • Insurance costs (“premiums”) for international drivers may get quite expensive, since you would likely be considered a “new driver” in Pennsylvania. Be sure to compare quotes from at least 2-3 insurance companies (e.g. StateFarm, AllState, Geico, etc.) so you can get the best rate.

Renting a Car

Renting a car can be a good option if you need a car just for a short time (e.g., several days or weeks).