All new and transfer international students are required to attend the three orientation and welcome programs below.
Penn State Global Welcome Webinars (Virtual)
2024 Dates: May 21, or June 27, or July 29
8:00–10:45 a.m. (US Eastern Time, GMT -4)
Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend
Penn State Global Welcome Webinar Registration Form
Should you have any questions, please email [email protected].
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions |
| 8:05 a.m. | Immigration Information Presented by International Student Advising |
| 9:05 a.m. | Special Speakers The Bursar’s Office, UnitedHealthcare, University Police, Student Legal Services, Student Panel, Global Engagement |
| 10:25 a.m. | Questions and Answers |
New Student Orientation (NSO, Virtual)
2024 Dates: June 30 or August 12
9:00 a.m.—Noon (US Eastern Time, GMT -4)
It is highly recommended that you pick the June 30 session, as you will have more options for course selection.
Watch for emails from [email protected] for information and updates. You may visit the Orientation Website to make your reservation for the session and access your NSO Tasklist.
Should you have any questions, please contact Undergraduate Study Advising at [email protected]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. | University Welcome |
| 9:35 a.m. | Student Success |
| 11:15 a.m. | Penn State Altoona Meeting |
International Student Welcome (In-person)
2024 Arrival Day: Tuesday, August 20
If you will be living on campus, you can move in on this date. Please indicate this in your registration form, as the Housing Office needs to manually update your arrival information.
Orientation Days: Wednesday and Thursday, August 21–22
During these days, you will be introduced to various offices on campus and complete your mandatory immigration check-in.
Once you have made your travel plan, please complete the Fall 2024 Arrival and On-Campus Welcome Registration form.