Use our resource library to find support and opportunities for wellness, community, professional development, international students, funding, and more. Know of another resource to add? Request to add or update a resource.
Accelerate to Industry
An innovative approach to workforce training that connects graduate students and postdoctoral scholars with industry companies to explore employment opportunities.
Adult Learner Programs & Services
Provides advocacy, mentorship, programming, and helpful resources for non-traditional undergraduate students during their educational journey.
Africana Research Center
The ARC provides monetary support for scholars whose primary research centers on the African Diaspora.
Alcohol & Other Drug Concerns
Learn about a broad range of options for getting help for alcohol and other drug concerns, from harm reduction and brief intervention to inpatient rehabilitation and ongoing recovery maintenance.
Assistantship Stipend Rates
Search assistantship stipend amounts by fiscal year.
Basic Needs and Support
Support resources for food, housing, basic needs, mental health, and more.
Behavioral Threat Management
Provides education around risky or threatening behavior and how to report and respond to them, and manages incidents and processes related to threat analysis.
Big Ten Academic Alliance
The nation’s preeminent model for effective collaboration among research universities, of which Penn State is a member.
Bike Den
A community-focused space that provides resources and support for bicycle transportation.
Black Graduate Student Association
Support and networking for students of African descent.
Boricua Grads
Support, opportunities, and funding for graduate students born in Puerto Rico or of Puerto Rican descent.
Campus Recreation
Campus Recreation facilities and programs serve our students, faculty, staff, and community with a diverse offering of wellbeing opportunities to enhance the student experience at University Park.
Campus Safety
Resources for bullying, domestic violence, and staying safe on campus.
Candid Learning Proposal Writing
Live and on-demand programming to help build grant proposal skills.
CAPS Chat
Provides informal, drop-in consultation for students with counselors from Penn State Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Sessions are free and no appointment is necessary.
CAPS Life Hack Kits
Step-by-step wellness packages designed to help you navigate and demystify some of the more perplexing parts of being human. Instructors and student organization leaders are encouraged to use these for extra credit/points.
CAPS Virtual Library
This library includes informative videos about various mental health topics. Created for Penn State students by Penn State CAPS clinicians.
CAPS’ Community Provider Database
A help guide for the ins and outs of therapy, all the way from choosing a provider to paying for it.
Career Services
Learn about programs and resources provided to assist students and alumni with specific career goals, expanding knowledge of career alternatives, understanding effective decision-making, and acquiring appropriate strategies and skills to carry out the process.
Career Services by Identity
Career Services has a Career Resource Center and Career Resource Specialist to provide and assist you with career resources. Stop by the Bank of America Career Services Center or connect with us to ask questions about our resources.
CATA RIDEpass
A mass transit program provides cost-effective access to all CATABUS routes to eligible University Park graduate students.
Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity
Strives to create and maintain an open, safer, and inclusive environment honoring gender and sexual diversity through educational, social, and supportive programming.
Center for Social Change and Belonging
Builds community by cultivating an inclusive and positive university climate, contributes to academic experiences by fostering students’ ability to think critically and define success on their own terms, and provides students with resources to promote social justice, inclusion, and liberation.
Center for the Integration, Research, Teaching, and Learning (CIRTL)
National network that offers professional development workshops and seminars, offered free to Penn State graduate students through Penn State's membership in CIRTL.
Center for the Performing Arts
The Center for the Performing Arts provides a context, through artistic connections, to the human experience. By bringing artists and audiences together we spark discovery of passion, inspiration, and inner truths.
Centre Area Transit Authority (CATA)
Offers reliable bus mass transit around the Centre Region. On-campus loop and link services are free.
Centre Safe
Formerly Centre County Women’s Resource Center to empower survivors of sexual or domestic violence, and to work toward the elimination of such violence.
Collegiate Recovery Community
Peer-support seminars where students and/or family members meet to give and receive support.
Commission for Adult Learners
Penn State’s Commission for Adult Learners is composed of faculty, staff, and students from several University locations. Members are dedicated to improving the adult learner experience at Penn State.
Commonwealth Campuses Counseling Services
Links to campus-specific counseling resources.
Computing Help
Your first stop for IT resources, security, classroom technology, and support.
Conflict Resolution
Recommended steps and additional resources for addressing interpersonal conflicts.
Copyright and Your Thesis or Dissertation
A guide provided by the University Libraries that addresses many copyright questions.
Council of College Multicultural Leadership (CCML)
Members are primarily responsible for leading the efforts to recruit and retain a diverse student body within the colleges and the Graduate School.
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
Provides a full range of short-term clinical services, consultation, community education, and training of mental health practitioners, and conducts research on students’ mental health.
Crisis Services
24/7 confidential service with licensed mental health counselors. Phone: 1-877-229-6400.
Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm
A living laboratory for engagement in sustainable food and agricultural systems.
Electronic Theses and Dissertations for Graduate School (eTD)
Submit your own work or explore published submissions.
English for Professional Purposes Intercultural Center (EPPIC)
Offers a variety of opportunities for students to build confidence in their English speaking skills, ranging from group discussions and write-a-thons to personal consulting.
Equal Opportunity and Access
Supports Penn State’s strategic goals of advancing a diverse and inclusive community by providing expert advice and leadership to colleges, campuses, and all non-academic units, to promote an environment free from discrimination and harassment.
Extended Optional Practical Training
Certain students who receive science, technology, engineering, and mathematics degrees may apply for a 24-month extension of their post-completion optional practical training.
Fastweb
Free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources.
Finaid
Information on financial aid for college and tips on how to help ease the burden of college expenses.
Finding Off-Campus Housing & Roommates
Use the "More" filter options to narrow your search and find roommates who are fellow graduate students.
Football Ticket Information
Information from Penn State Athletics on season tickets for Penn State graduate students.
Forum on Black Affairs at Penn State
Dedicated to ensuring that all Black persons participate fully in and benefit from the mission of the University, as a land grant institution and as a leader in higher education in the nation, to provide educational opportunities for all citizens "in the several pursuits and professions in life."
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Explore your maximum student aid eligibility by completing the FAFSA annually.
Gender Equity Center
Educates the campus community about gender equity issues and sexual violence issues, and supports students who have been impacted by sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, harassment, and other campus climate issues.
General Online Mental Health Screenings
Anonymous screenings on several areas of mental health, including depression, anxiety, academic distress, eating concerns, frustration level, family stress, and alcohol use.
Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA)
The primary goals of the official governing body of graduate and professional students at University Park are to represent and support the interests of the University’s current and future graduate and professional student community.
Graduate Exhibition
Annual event each spring to share research and creative scholarship with a general audience for professional development. Categories include research poster, design, visual arts, video, or performance.
Graduate Mock Interviews
Prepare for your next interview and get feedback on your answers.
Graduate School Commencement
Learn how to register for commencement, when to order regalia, how to prepare, and more.
Graduate School Ombudsperson Program
Faculty members who provide guidance for navigating interpersonal and academic-related conflicts.
Graduate Student Career and Professional Development
Central Graduate School resources for graduate students seeking professional development opportunities.
Graduate Student Online Teaching Certificate (GSOTC) Program
The program is intended to support graduate students who currently have or plan to have teaching assignments (including teaching assistant assignments) within the next few calendar years.
Graduate Student Recognition Awards
Annual University-wide awards that honor and celebrate students' academic achievements, outreach, community impact, teaching, and more.
Graduate Writing Center
The Graduate Writing Center provides consultation to graduate students in all disciplines and locations.
Grant Writing Workshops
The Graduate School offers three grant writing workshops in the fall semester. Topics on grant writing include Introduction to Grant Writing, the National Science Foundation, and the National Institute of Health. Each workshop includes a presentation on the topic by an expert in the field, with the opportunity to ask questions.
Guide for Writing a Funding Proposal
Tips and guidance for writing funding proposals for projects that provide worthwhile social service.
Guide to Public Assistance Programs
If you are struggling financially or experiencing food or housing insecurity, there may be state and federal assistance programs that can help. This office can help you determine your eligibility for these programs and navigate the application processes.
Happy Valley Adventure Bureau Events
Includes member businesses in State College PA, Bellefonte, Boalsburg, Philipsburg and all of Centre County. Find information about the Penn State area, including hotels, bed & breakfasts, restaurants, activities, recreation, events and more!
Health Information & Resources
Set of resources related to different types of health maintained by University Health Services.
Healthy Living & Healthy Habits
From eating well to getting enough sleep to managing stress, we can help you develop healthy strategies that will last a lifetime.
Hiking & Biking in Happy Valley
A guide to trails in the Centre County and nearby region.
HUB-Robeson Center
Complements the academic experience by offering students opportunities in leadership, social responsibility, citizenship, volunteerism, employment, and educational and social programming.
ID+ Card (Physical or Mobile)
Offers contactless access to assigned buildings, residence halls, gyms, athletic facilities, events, and other select areas on campus, and can be used to pay for meals with a meal plan or LionCash.
id+ Photo Submissions
Instructions for uploading your photo for your Penn State identification card.
Intercultural Resources & Programming
Supports the underrepresented communities at Penn State through programs, services, and advocacy, and provides programs throughout the year that encourage the appreciation of diverse perspectives, experiences, and cultures.
International Student and Scholar Advising (ISSA)
Offers advising, immigration services, and training to support international students, scholars, and faculty.
International Travel Grants
Funds maintained by Penn State Global to support travel related to internationalizing education and research opportunities in any discipline.
LaTeX Document Preparation Software
A guide to using LaTeX document preparation software, from the University Libraries.
LaunchBox and Innovation Network
Statewide network that provides a wide array of no-cost resources needed by entrepreneurs and innovators.
Leave of Absence policy
Learn the requirements for requesting a leave of absence from the University.
Letter of Certification
An official document verifying that you have completed all degree requirements by your expected graduation date.
Library Welcome Guide for New International Students
Library resources and services introduction.
LiveOn Housing for Graduate Students & Families
Specific on-campus housing and dining information for graduate students and families.
Maker Commons 3D Printing
Print in-person or remotely at Pattee Library. Find best practices, tutorials, models, and more.
Multicultural Engineering Graduate Association (MEGA)
Student organization that fosters the recruitment and retention of underrepresented graduate students in all STEM fields across the Penn State University Park campus.
Multimedia & Printing Center Copying & Binding
Multimedia & Print Center will help you re-create and preserve your important work with professional copying and binding services.
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships (GRFP) Program
The NSF GRFP recognizes and supports outstanding graduate students in STEM disciplines who are pursuing research-based master's and doctoral degrees.
New Graduate Student Orientation (International)
Get an overview of Penn State graduate education before beginning your program, with special emphasis on international student-specific resources and support.
New Graduate Student Orientation (U.S.)
Get an overview of Penn State graduate education before beginning your program.
Nittany Lion Careers
Penn State’s single system recruiting platform for all students, alumni and employers.
Northeast Alliance for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (NEAGEP)
Resources, opportunities, and funding for BIPOC in Ph.D. STEM programs.
Notifying the University of Your Intent to Graduate
To graduate, you must satisfy all the University, college, and major requirements that were in effect at the time of your most recent admission, or re-enrollment, as a degree candidate to the University.
NSF's Broadening Participation Program
The U.S. National Science Foundation's Broadening Participation program provides support and funding to individuals underrepresented in STEM.
Off-campus Student Support
Off-campus living, roommates, tenants' rights, and community resources.
Office for Research Protections
Penn State’s home for research ethics and compliance that partners with researchers to maintain the integrity of Penn State research.
Office of Graduate Educational Equity Programs
Leads the Graduate School's efforts to increase diversity within the graduate student community across the University.
Office of Sponsored Programs
Provides central coordination and oversight of all research awards that come into Penn State.
Office of Technology Management
Any dissertation or thesis that includes Penn State intellectual property must include an invention disclosure number that is provided by the Office of Technology Management.
Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity
Serves as a catalyst and advocate for Penn State's culture of equity, respect, and belonging initiatives.
Office of Veterans Programs
Provides certification of veterans education benefits and comprehensive counseling, programming, advocacy, and support to all military affiliated students, ensuring continuity and success throughout their Penn State experience.
One Button Studio for Video Recording
A simplified video recording setup that can be used without any previous video production experience. The design of the studio allows you to create high-quality and polished video projects without having to know anything about lights and cameras.
OrgCentral
Learn more about graduate student organizations by searching the database of student organizations.
Palmer Museum of Art
The largest art museum collection between Pittsburgh and Philadelphia and the most significant academic art museum in the state of Pennsylvania.
Parks & Bikeways
Download a map of paths and bikeways in the Centre County region.
Pasquerilla Spiritual Center
Offers a welcoming, safe, inclusive environment for the Penn State community to explore a multitude of faith traditions in a compassionate, open-minded setting.
Paul Robeson Cultural Center
Provides programs and support services to encourage and cultivate the appreciation and celebration of the diverse perspectives, experiences, and cultures of many under-represented communities at Penn State.
Penn State Bookstore
Find course materials, Penn State apparel, technology, and more.
Penn State CIRTL Teaching Certificate
Hone your teaching skills and get connected with learning communities through the Penn State CIRTL teaching certificate.
Penn State Crisis Line
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or need immediate support, call the 24/7 Penn State Crisis Line at 1-877-229-6400, or text the 24/7 Crisis Text Line: Text “LIONS” to 741741.
Penn State Events
Find events from across the University.
Penn State Global
Provides extensive support for international graduate students and scholars related to advising, visas, orientation, and more.
Penn State Interdisciplinary Research Institutes
Seven Penn State research institutes connect research across disciplines around thematic areas including: cancer research, clinical and translational science, computational and data sciences, energy and the environment, the life sciences, materials science, and the social sciences.
Penn State Psychological Clinic
Provides state-of-the-art psychological services, including outpatient psychotherapy, group therapy, and neuropsychological assessment to the residents of Centre County and surrounding areas.
President's Commissions for Equity
Provides the President with recommendations germane to issues of LGBTQ, racially or ethnically diverse, and women-identified persons at Penn State.
Professional Attire Closet
Rent free professional suits to be confident and look great for your next interview.
Religious & Spiritual Community
Find programming for Penn State community members of many different faiths and backgrounds.
Reporting Bias
Provides a form for students, faculty, staff, and others to report acts of bias that occur at Penn State.
Required Immunizations
Find information on required and recommended immunizations for Penn State students.
Resources for Reporting Wrongdoing
Penn State community members are encouraged to report potential issues and concerns and raise questions if something might not be consistent with the Penn State Values.
Restorative Justice Initiative
A community committed to empowering and supporting system-impacted, currently and formerly incarcerated individuals through education and meaningful civic engagement.
Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program
Provides support to academically talented undergraduate students from underserved backgrounds in achieving their potential by attaining a doctoral degree.
Schedule a UHS appointment
Schedule an appointment with the University's medical health provider online or by phone.
Schreyer Honors College
The mission of the Schreyer Institute is to advance and inspire excellence in Penn State’s teaching and learning community.
Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence
Engages with students, faculty, and staff to advance and inspire excellence in Penn State’s teaching and learning community.
Software at Penn State
Find free or discounted software available to Penn State students, including subject-specific software.
Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center
Provides students with the knowledge and skills to make positive choices regarding money management while at Penn State and throughout their lives.
State College Regional Airport
Flights from State College's local airport.
StateCollege.com Events
Events by community organizations that are open to the public.
Statistical Consulting Center
Gives advice on statistics to graduate students working on dissertation or thesis research.
Student Accountability and Conflict Response
Works to uphold community and University standards through compassionate interventions in which students are heard, respected, and treated with dignity.
Student Aid for Graduate and Professional Students
Eligibility and tips for graduate students from the Office of Student Aid.
Student Care and Advocacy
Coordinates efforts with campus partners to assist students who encounter challenges or concerns in achieving success at Penn State.
Student Disability Resources
Coordinates support services and reasonable academic accommodations, and promotes disability awareness in the University community.
Student Fee Board
Administers Student Initiated Fee monies to support student-centered activities, services, facilities, and recreation to improve student life.
Student Health Insurance Plan for Penn State
A comprehensive health insurance plan offered at a competitive price with a network in all fifty states.
Student Legal Services
Provides advice, referrals, document drafting, and other legal services to University Park and Commonwealth Campus students facing personal legal issues. To get started, complete our intake form or stop by drop-in hours.
Student Parent Child Care Subsidy Program
Program that helps qualifying, low-income student parents sustain their educational efforts by paying a portion of their child care costs and encouraging them to select high-quality child care.
Student Parking
Parking eligibility rules, rates, lot locations, and permit registration.
Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP)
Immersive research program with a faculty mentor designed to help skilled undergraduate students from underrepresented backgrounds boost their readiness for graduate education.
SuperCollege
Find scholarships and grants to support your graduate education.
Symposium for Teaching & Learning with Technology
Annual event that connects faculty and graduate student instructors with innovative technology to use in the classroom.
Tax Information for International Students
Support and guidance from Penn State Global on how international graduate students can complete taxes.
Teaching and Learning with Technology
We are a collaboration of learning innovators who discover and advance technologies that engage learners.
Tech Tutors
Offers personalized technology assistance that can help students overcome technical challenges.
The Lion's Pantry
The Lion’s Pantry was created to address the issue of student hunger at Penn State University Park campus.
Thesis and Dissertation Fees
Pay thesis fee ($10) or dissertation fee ($50).
Thesis and Dissertation Handbook
Requirements and guidelines for the preparation of Master's Theses and Doctoral Dissertations.
Thesis and Dissertation Payment Portal
Thesis and Dissertation Submission Flowchart
Use the flowchart from the Thesis and Dissertations Handbook to stay on track.
Thesis and Dissertation Submission Requirements and Deadlines
Find required thesis and dissertation submissions dates for all Penn State graduate students.
Thesis and Dissertation Templates
Download a template to make sure your thesis or dissertation meets required formatting requirements for all Penn State theses and dissertations.
Three Minute Thesis
Annual professional development competition through which graduate students hone their research presentation skills while competing for monetary awards.
Title IX: Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct
Support for those who may have been impacted by incidents of sexual or gender-based harassment or misconduct and may provide various resources and support services to individuals who have experienced one of these incidents.
Transportation
Information for getting to, from, and around the University Park campus.
University Health Services
University Health Services provides convenient, confidential, and compassionate care for routine illnesses, and pre-existing conditions.
University Libraries
Library services, database and journal access, course guides, research support, and more.
University Police and Public Safety
Serves and protects the community with respect, professionalism, and accountability while striving for excellence.
Veteran Affairs and Service
Supports military-connected students by enabling their access to all aspects of higher education and empowering them to succeed while at Penn State and as they transition to post-education endeavors.
Veteran Student Career Resources
Explore a combination of general resources and those specific for veterans to give you leverage when searching for your next career opportunity.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance
Service by business and law students that provides free federal and state taxes preparation.
Wellness Services
Find support and resources for wellness at the University, and connect with the Graduate School's associate director for graduate student life and well-being.
WellTrack Boost
Self-help platform featuring wellness assessment tools and self-pace programs for resilience, anxiety and stress, depression, and public speaking. App available for iOS and Android.
WPSU Community Calendar
Find community events from the Centre County and surrounding region.
Yoga & Meditation
Free yoga and meditation classes run multiple times each week and are open to all. If you can't make the class, you can also watch previously recorded classes at your convenience.