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Parents & Families of New Students

Penn State University

Welcome to the Penn State family

Student success improves when you engage appropriately in your student’s college experience. Learn about campus resources to help your student navigate the challenges and successes of college life.

Arrival Information

Your guide to Penn State's arrival. Select your student's campus and then the semester.
Arrival Information

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Financial Aid and Billing for New Students

Join Student Aid and the Bursar on June 4 @ 5:30 p.m. EST to learn about financial aid and the billing process.
Registration Required
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Student Orientation & Transition Programs

Learn more about orientation and welcome events designed with the needs of your student in mind.
Student Orientation & Transition Programs

News + Stories

Penn State Parents Program seeks volunteers to support student success
'Let's Dance' workshop to teach musical theater-inspired choreography Sept. 28
Parents & Families Weekend registration opens Aug. 15

 

Our events and programs are open to all students regardless of sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, or any other protected class. Student Affairs is committed to building a community of belonging for all.