Think of the opportunities you will have with a degree from one of the largest and most prestigious universities in the world.
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The Penn State diploma is the same, regardless of where you complete your studies. That's because we are one university. Our programs are accredited through the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
The competitive merit-based Chancellor’s Scholarship is available to qualified full-time international students who are planning to pursue a graduate program.
Beneficial Location
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We are located in the Great Valley Corporate Center in a suburb of the great city of Philadelphia with easy access to various historical sites and tourist and scenic attractions. The campus is surrounded by leading high-tech and Fortune 500 companies in the financial, healthcare, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and research and development industries.
At Penn State Great Valley, you will study in the same classroom with engineers from Lockheed Martin and Boeing, information specialists from Siemens, financial analysts and mutual fund managers from Vanguard, sales and marketing executives and merchandisers from QVC; chemists and research scientists from Merck and Pfizer, executives from government and public sector organizations, and many other professionals who bring a wealth of experience to the classroom. This prepares you for multicultural teamwork in the global marketplace.
Student Resources, Services and Activities
The campus offers an array of services, including career support, research library resources, and computer labs.
As part of our vibrant campus culture, our student engagement coordinator plans events and cultural celebrations, such as our celebration of Diwali.
New International Student Orientation Program
New international students participate in a comprehensive orientation program prior to the start of classes. The program is designed to help each student acclimate to their new surroundings, get to know other students, enhance their English skills, meet faculty, receive a comprehensive overview of life at Penn State and in the United States, and spend time enjoying the Greater Philadelphia region.
We welcome international students and value the diversity and culture you bring to Penn State. We understand what it takes to adjust to a new cultural environment as you come to the United States to pursue your graduate studies. We are here to help you transition to your graduate program and have a rewarding experience.