Penn is committed to supporting your student every step of the way. What’s more, the Penn Parent & Family Giving team is here to help ensure you have the resources and knowledge to successfully guide your student through every phase of their college experience. Whether they have questions about housing and dining, academic support, wellness, financial aid, public safety, or university life, the resources below will point you in the right direction.
Providing Holistic Support
Resources & Support
Information for Families
Families of first-year and international students often have unique needs and questions. Learn about resources that will help support your student during this time of transition.
The Student Experience
Your student’s experience will evolve over the course of their time at Penn. Though each student’s Penn journey will be unique, on this page, you’ll find a snapshot of what you can generally expect each year.
Visiting Campus & Philadelphia
Philadelphia is a city rich in history and culture. Philly’s various neighborhoods each have their own unique and exciting experiences to offer. When your student needs a break from studying or a change of scenery, they will find endless places to explore throughout the city.
How to Support Your Student
One of the most difficult parts of the transition to college is not being in the same place when your student needs support. Explore campus resources designed to ensure your student has the care and support they need, even when you’re apart.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to a variety of questions about living and thriving at Penn.
Quick Links for Parents and Families
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Academic Support
Your student’s academic success is an important priority. Academic Advisors can help students know which classes they are required to take, set a class schedule, refer students to tutoring and learning resources, and more. Additionally, the Weingarten Center welcomes all students for personalized academic support.
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College Houses and Academic Services
College Houses and Academic Services bring together undergraduates, faculty, staff, and graduate students to form vibrant residential communities and bring the academic life of the classroom into student living spaces. Each house provides a web of support through a faculty Director, one or more Fellows, a House Director, a House Coordinator, Resident Advisors, student technology assistants, and student managers.
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Housing, Mail, and Move-In/Out
Penn Residential Services is home to a variety of resources that will help students make the most of their residential experience. Explore housing options and application deadlines, learn how to mail items to campus, find important move-in and move-out dates, and find answers for all your housing-related questions.
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Hub@Penn
Hub@Penn connects students with University support resources. With centralized information and streamlined communications, it’s one of the best ways to find the resources you need at Penn.
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Jobs, Internships, and Research
At Penn, students are empowered to take full advantage of career development opportunities, from help with crafting resumes or finding internships to guidance on graduate school and on-campus recruiting. Career Services is a one-stop shop that helps students prepare for rewarding careers and fulfilling lives.
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Penn Dining
Penn Dining can help your student choose their dining plan, find an open location to use dining funds, see what’s on the menu, find events in the cafes, learn about options for dietary restrictions, and so much more.
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Public Safety
Public Safety is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life, safety, and security of the Penn community. Their programs include around-the-clock walking escorts, an emergency line for students in crisis, self-defense courses, and Blue Light phones.
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Resources by School
Find out key information about each of Penn’s undergraduate schools:
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Tuition, Fees, and Financial Aid
As a parent, paying for your student’s Penn education is likely top-of-mind. Student Registration and Financial Services oversees student billing and payment, financial aid packages, payment plans, work-study employment, and even offers Financial Wellness workshops and courses.
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University Life
University Life helps ensure a holistic Penn experience. They provide academic and career support, and campus and community engagement. They also offer a comprehensive events calendar so students always know about campus happenings.
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Wellness at Penn
Your student’s physical and emotional wellbeing is essential to their success. Wellness at Penn is dedicated to keeping students well and ready to achieve. They oversee Student Health, Student Counseling, Penn Cares, and more.
