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Education Abroad

The world awaits. Every year thousands of Penn State students and faculty engage the world through academic programs, research, service, internships, and cultural immersion abroad. Personal development, new knowledge and enhanced perspective drives global impact.

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Students

International experiences offer you the opportunity to set yourself apart through cross-cultural competency, expanded resourcefulness, and experience navigating new contexts. Broaden your learning through international coursework, internships, and cultural immersion.

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Faculty & Advisers

As champions of global education, faculty and advisers play an important role in internationalization. Learn about the many ways you can support Penn State in educating the next generation of global citizens.

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Parents & Family

Studying abroad is a unique opportunity for your student to develop academically, personally, and professionally. Obtain information on what it means to provide support to your student through this life-changing experience.

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Returnees & Alumni

Once you have returned from abroad, stay involved with Global Penn State, share your experience, and encourage other students to pursue international opportunities.

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Health & Safety

The well-being of our faculty, staff, and students abroad is our top priority. Learn about the resources available to support you while abroad and what you can do to prepare yourself to stay safe overseas.

Education Abroad Fair

Discover the places you can call your classroom through Education Abroad at Penn State.

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News

Sending a 'We Are!' to these Penn Staters -- April 28

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:4

As part of our regular “We Are!” feature, we recognize 20 Penn Staters who have gone above and beyond what’s asked of them in their work at the University.   

College of Medicine's Global Health Exchange Program honored by Penn State Global

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 14:4

The Penn State Global Health Exchange Program has been honored with the 2025 Advancing a Global Penn State: Outstanding Program Award.

UNESCO chair joins Penn State Global

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:0

Mark Brennan, professor of leadership and community development, currently serves as the UNESCO Chair in Global Citizenship Education for Peace through Youth and Community Engagement at Penn State. Recently, the chair has moved from its seat in the College of Agricultural Sciences to now sit within Penn State Global.

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