Since students remain registered at Penn State while enrolled in this program, the standard forms of financial aid continue as normal. The International Education office coordinates closely with the Office of Student Aid to help needy students obtain funds to cover the additional costs associated with study abroad. All participants are required to carry sufficient health and accident insurance. Personal liability insurance is strongly recommended. Planning Ahead Students must plan well in advance to make the most of international education.
Most students go abroad as juniors or seniors.
Students must apply one year in advance of the semester in which they hope to go abroad. With careful planning, students in any major can gain regular Penn State credit while overseas and can maintain normal progress toward graduation. Before applying, students must consult with their academic advisor on how courses taken on this program will fit the requirements on their course audit. International Education staff are not authorized to advise on such department-specific issues. If a student does not have a faculty advisor, they should work with their department's designated undergraduate advisor, with their college's advising center, or with a DUS advisor if no major has been declared.