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As you explore the academic choices Penn State offers, keep in mind that a Penn State education is a high-quality education and an excellent investment in your future.

Costs and tuition - Our Office of Student Aid provides a guide to the estimated costs and tuition for students entering as first-years in the coming fall. Students entering in the spring or summer can calculate costs by using the Student Tuition Calculator available from the Penn State Tuition website.

"The funds are out there to make it work. I'm living proof of that."
--Stephanie Lacapra

Financial aid - Read our guide on financial aid at Penn State or feel free to go straight to our Office of Student Aid site. Unfortunately, Penn State cannot provide financial aid to international students.

Residency - Would you be considered an in-state or out-of-state student? Please check the official residency policy and the Frequently Asked Questions about Residency from our Bursar site.