How To Apply
International Students
Penn State offers high-quality academics and student support services to help international students considering a Penn State degree.
A Powerful Global Network
Top 6%
World-class university.
QS World University Rankings, 2025
Top 30
U.S. research university.
775K+
Alumni around the world.
Ways to Apply to Penn State
MyPennState
Log in to MyPennState to access the online application and start on your path to becoming a Nittany Lion!
Common App
Penn State is one of more than 800 colleges across the United States accepting applications through the Common App.
Applying for International Students
Penn State Global
Supporting the International Community
International students contribute to the vibrant global community at Penn State. From working on the I-20 process to managing student orientation and guiding student organizations, Penn State Global provides future and current international students with the guidance they need to be successful at Penn State.
Managing the Application Process
Dates & Deadlines
Review the important deadlines for both first-year and transfer international students.
Academic Credentials
Learn about the required academic documents for admission and enrollment at Penn State.
Tuition and Costs
Costs are an important factor in your decision to invest in a college education. After accepting an offer of admission, as an international student, you must certify that sufficient resources are available to cover expenses for the first calendar year at Penn State, exclusive of travel expenses. Additionally, you will be asked to indicate your ability to meet expenses for subsequent years. To help you plan, please review the costs at both University Park and our Commonwealth Campuses.
Before You Apply
What do you want to study?
Research our more than 275 majors to narrow down your choices or apply undecided.
Where do you want to study?
Research all of our twenty campus locations to find out which one is best for you.
Connect with Penn State
Questions? Visit our page to connect with a member of our international admissions team.