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Name of the institution
The Pennsylvania State University
Address
University Office of Global Programs The Pennsylvania State University 410 Boucke Building University Park, PA 16802
Program Administration
Directorate of Education Abroad
Academic Coordinator
Contact for exchanges
Kristi Wormhoudt Email:
[email protected] Tel: 814-863-3960, Fax: 814-863-7138 Amber Evans Email:
[email protected] Tel: 814-867-4584, Fax: 814-863-7138
Campus information
http://www.psu.edu/
Information for international students
http://global.psu.edu/international_students/programming.cfm
Academic Calendar (semesters)
Language of instruction
Academic Year, August – May Fall Semester, August – December Spring Semester, January – May Semester dates are available at: http://www.registrar.psu.edu/academic_calendar/calendar_index.cfm English TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or the IELTS (International English Language Testing System),TOEFL, 550 paper or 80 iBT; or IELTS 6.5;
Proof of English Proficiency
Course Descriptions
Native speakers of English and students who have received a bachelor’s degree or graduate degree from Australia, Belize, British Caribbean and British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), England, Guyana, Republic of Ireland, Liberia, New Zealand, Northern Ireland, Scotland, the United States, and Wales do not need to provide verification of English proficiency.
Course descriptions, pre-requisites and credits can be found in Penn State’s Undergraduate Degree Programs Bulletin http://www.psu.edu/bulletins/bluebook/ Courses listed in the Bulletin are not offered every semester. See Schedule of Courses for semester availability. Penn State’s Schedule of Courses indicates course availability for a specific semester. The Schedule of Courses is accessible at http://schedule.psu.edu/
Course Schedule
Some colleges and academic departments at Penn State restrict enrollment in specific courses. Space limits are regularly placed on courses that involve studio space, computer equipment, and/or production equipment. Restrictions on Last review: June 30, 2014
courses are listed under Notes on the on-line Schedule of Courses. Exchange students will finalize their schedule of courses after arriving on campus and in consultation with an assigned academic advisor. On-campus housing is available for exchange students. Exchange application materials include a Campus Housing Intention Form. Applicants planning to apply for University housing will create a Friends of Penn State Account (FPS) and include the FPS on their Campus Housing Intent form. Housing
Application timeline for exchanges
Application items for exchanges
Financial Guarantee
Insurance
Pre-Arrival information
Orientation
Academic Transcripts
When all exchange application materials are approved, the Housing Assignments Office will send an on-line housing contract to the FPS account for the applicant’s review and acceptance. The housing contract is a legally binding agreement. Details about housing are available at: http://www.hfs.psu.edu/housing/ Academic Year and Fall semester – Nomination for fall semester is in December, roster is due February 15. Students’ online application deadline is March 15. Spring semester – Nomination for spring semester is in July, roster is due September 1. Students’ online application deadline is October 1. Items include Non-degree Undergraduate Enrollment Form, Application for Visa Document, Financial Guarantee, Campus Housing Intention, Evidence of Language Proficiency, Advanced Course Registration Form, Academic Record/Transcript, and Academic Materials Release Form. Nominated students complete these items online. Students must provide an official letter from a bank, in English and in U.S. dollars, verifying possession of the money to pay for the portion of their educational and personal expenses not covered by the exchange agreement based on the intended duration of study. Parents and guardians who will financially support a student must also write a letter stating that they intend to use their finances towards the student's expenses. Verification of financial support from the home university or home government is also acceptable. Health insurance is mandatory while at Penn State. Students who don't have a comparable health insurance plan may purchase the Penn State Student Health Insurance Plan or buy other coverage that meets established waiver criteria. http://global.psu.edu/info/internationals-psu/students/pre-arrival-advising The Directorate of International Student and Scholar Advising (DISSA) provides services in pre-arrival immigration documents, immigration advising, general advising including cultural and social advising, and administration of grants and loans for international students. Document check-in is required for new exchange students. http://global.psu.edu/info/internationals-psu/students/international-studentorientation Orientation for incoming exchange students is offered at the beginning of each semester. Orientation is generally 1-2 weeks prior to the start of classes. Official academic transcripts will be sent to partners within six weeks of the program ending (from last day of finals).
Last review: June 30, 2014
