Student Resource Library

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.

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.

Health Information & Resources

Set of resources related to different types of health maintained by University Health Services.

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 Fox Graduate School.

Penn State CIRTL Teaching Certificate

Hone your teaching skills and get connected with learning communities through the Penn State CIRTL teaching certificate.

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.

Transportation

Information for getting to, from, and around the University Park campus.

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.

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.

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.

Basic Needs and Support

Support resources for food, housing, basic needs, mental health, and more.

Office of Technology Transfer

Any dissertation or thesis that includes Penn State intellectual property must include an invention disclosure number that is provided by the Office of Technology Transfer.

WPSU Community Calendar

Find community events from the Centre County and surrounding region.

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.

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.

International Travel Grants

Funds maintained by Penn State Global to support travel related to internationalizing education and research opportunities in any discipline.

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.

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.

Thesis and Dissertation Handbook

Requirements and guidelines for the preparation of Master's Theses and Doctoral Dissertations.

LiveOn Housing for Graduate Students & Families

Specific on-campus housing and dining information for graduate students and families.

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.

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.

Student Aid for Graduate and Professional Students

Eligibility and tips for graduate students from the Office of Student Aid.

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.

LaTeX Document Preparation Software

A guide to using LaTeX document preparation software, from the University Libraries.

Electronic Theses and Dissertations for the Fox Graduate School (eTD)

Submit your own work or explore published submissions.

SuperCollege

Find scholarships and grants to support your graduate education.

Bike Den

A community-focused space that provides resources and support for bicycle transportation.

Parks & Bikeways

Download a map of paths and bikeways in the Centre County region.

Tech Tutors

Offers personalized technology assistance that can help students overcome technical challenges.

Student Health Insurance Plan for Penn State

A comprehensive health insurance plan offered at a competitive price with a network in all fifty states.

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Explore your maximum student aid eligibility by completing the FAFSA annually.

Graduate Education Policies

Policies established by the Graduate Council faculty governance body that assist in the conduct of graduate education at Penn State.

New Graduate Student Orientation (U.S.)

Get an overview of Penn State graduate education before beginning your program.

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 Student Recognition Awards

Annual University-wide awards that honor and celebrate students' academic achievements, outreach, community impact, teaching, and more.

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.

Student Parking

Parking eligibility rules, rates, lot locations, and permit registration.

University Libraries

Library services, database and journal access, course guides, research support, and more.

Software at Penn State

Find free or discounted software available to Penn State students, including subject-specific software.

Thesis and Dissertation Submission Requirements and Deadlines

Find required thesis and dissertation submissions dates for all Penn State graduate students.

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.

Reporting Bias

Provides a form for students, faculty, staff, and others to report acts of bias that occur at Penn State.

Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence

Engages with students, faculty, and staff to advance and inspire excellence in Penn State’s teaching and learning community.

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.

Fox Graduate School Ombudsperson Program

Faculty members who provide guidance for navigating interpersonal and academic-related conflicts.

Library Welcome Guide for New International Students

Library resources and services introduction.

Computing Help

Your first stop for IT resources, security, classroom technology, and support.

Student Care and Advocacy

Coordinates efforts with campus partners to assist students who encounter challenges or concerns in achieving success at Penn State.

Northeast Alliance for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (NEAGEP)

Resources, opportunities, and funding for BIPOC in Ph.D. STEM programs.

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.

Letter of Certification

An official document verifying that you have completed all degree requirements by your expected graduation date.

Graduate Student Career and Professional Development

Central Fox Graduate School resources for graduate students seeking professional development opportunities.

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.

StateCollege.com Events

Events by community organizations that are open to the public.

Black Graduate Student Association

Support and networking for students of African descent.

Schreyer Honors College

The mission of the Schreyer Institute is to advance and inspire excellence in Penn State’s teaching and learning community.

Graduate Writing Center

The Graduate Writing Center provides consultation to graduate students in all disciplines and locations.

Collegiate Recovery Community

Peer-support seminars where students and/or family members meet to give and receive support.

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.

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.

Finding Off-Campus Housing & Roommates

Use the "More" filter options to narrow your search and find roommates who are fellow graduate students.

OrgCentral

Learn more about graduate student organizations by searching the database of student organizations.

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.

University Police and Public Safety

Serves and protects the community with respect, professionalism, and accountability while striving for excellence.

Statistical Consulting Center

Gives advice on statistics to graduate students working on dissertation or thesis research.

Hiking & Biking in Happy Valley

A guide to trails in the Centre County and nearby region.

Fastweb

Free scholarship search platform that connects students to college scholarships, trade school scholarships, and financial aid news and resources.

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.

Finaid

Information on financial aid for college and tips on how to help ease the burden of college expenses.

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.

id+ Photo Submissions

Instructions for uploading your photo for your Penn State identification card.

Football Ticket Information

Information from Penn State Athletics on season tickets for Penn State graduate students.

Leave of Absence policy

Learn the requirements for requesting a leave of absence from the University.

Off-campus Student Support

Off-campus living, roommates, tenants' rights, and community resources.

NSF's Broadening Participation Program

The U.S. National Science Foundation's Broadening Participation program provides support and funding to individuals underrepresented in STEM.

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.

Copyright and Your Thesis or Dissertation

A guide provided by the University Libraries that addresses many copyright questions.

Schedule a UHS appointment

Schedule an appointment with the University's medical health provider online or by phone.

Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program

Provides support to academically talented undergraduate students from underserved backgrounds in achieving their potential by attaining a doctoral degree.

Huck Core Facilities - Research Instrumentation

State-of-the-art instrumentation, services, and training which students can acquire and utilize for their research and become marketable in academia and industry. Highly energetic labs for developing research skill sets and competencies specific for their research domain.

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.

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.

Thesis and Dissertation Submission Flowchart

Use the flowchart from the Thesis and Dissertations Handbook to stay on track.

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.

Big Ten Academic Alliance

The nation’s preeminent model for effective collaboration among research universities, of which Penn State is a member.

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.

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.

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.

Penn State Global

Provides extensive support for international graduate students and scholars related to advising, visas, orientation, and more.

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.

Office of Graduate Educational Equity Programs (OGEEP)

Leads the Fox Graduate School's efforts to increase diversity within the graduate student community across the University.

Fox Graduate School Commencement

Learn how to register for commencement, when to order regalia, how to prepare, and more.

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.

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.

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."

Teaching and Learning with Technology

We are a collaboration of learning innovators who discover and advance technologies that engage learners.

International Student and Scholar Advising (ISSA)

Offers advising, immigration services, and training to support international students, scholars, and faculty.

Dr. Keiko Miwa Ross Student Farm

A living laboratory for engagement in sustainable food and agricultural systems.

Crisis Services

24/7 confidential service with licensed mental health counselors. Phone: 1-877-229-6400.

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!

Maker Commons 3D Printing

Print in-person or remotely at Pattee Library. Find best practices, tutorials, models, and more.

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.

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.

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.

Guide for Writing a Funding Proposal

Tips and guidance for writing funding proposals for projects that provide worthwhile social service.

Penn State Bookstore

Find course materials, Penn State apparel, technology, and more.

Penn State Events

Find events from across the University.

Commonwealth Campuses Counseling Services

Links to campus-specific counseling resources.

Student Disability Resources

Coordinates support services and reasonable academic accommodations, and promotes disability awareness in the University community.

The Lion's Pantry

The Lion’s Pantry was created to address the issue of student hunger at Penn State University Park campus.

Adult Learner Programs & Services

Provides advocacy, mentorship, programming, and helpful resources for non-traditional undergraduate students during their educational journey.

Candid Learning Proposal Writing

Live and on-demand programming to help build grant proposal skills.

Thesis and Dissertation Payment Portal

Restorative Justice Initiative

A community committed to empowering and supporting system-impacted, currently and formerly incarcerated individuals through education and meaningful civic engagement.

Accelerate to Industry

An innovative approach to workforce training that connects graduate students and postdoctoral scholars with industry companies to explore employment opportunities.

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.

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.

Tax Information for International Students

Support and guidance from Penn State Global on how international graduate students can complete taxes.

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.

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.

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.

Professional Attire Closet

Rent free professional suits to be confident and look great for your next interview.

Student Fee Board

Administers Student Initiated Fee monies to support student-centered activities, services, facilities, and recreation to improve student life.

Nittany Lion Careers

Penn State’s single system recruiting platform for all students, alumni and employers.

Africana Research Center

The ARC provides monetary support for scholars whose primary research centers on the African Diaspora.

Conflict Resolution

Recommended steps and additional resources for addressing interpersonal conflicts.

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.

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.

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.

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance

Service by business and law students that provides free federal and state taxes preparation.

Thesis and Dissertation Fees

Pay thesis fee ($10) or dissertation fee ($50).

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.

CAPS Virtual Library

This library includes informative videos about various mental health topics. Created for Penn State students by Penn State CAPS clinicians.

Three Minute Thesis Competition

Annual professional development competition through which graduate students hone their research presentation skills while competing for monetary awards.

Graduate Mock Interviews

Prepare for your next interview and get feedback on your answers.

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.

Required Immunizations

Find information on required and recommended immunizations for Penn State students.

Boricua Grads

Support, opportunities, and funding for graduate students born in Puerto Rico or of Puerto Rican descent.

Assistantship Stipend Rates

Search assistantship stipend amounts by fiscal year.

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.

Wellness Services

Find support and resources for wellness at the University.

Graduate Bulletin

Penn State’s comprehensive source for graduate academic information and program requirements.

State College Regional Airport

Flights from State College's local airport.

CATA RIDEpass

A mass transit program provides cost-effective access to all CATABUS routes to eligible University Park graduate students.

LaunchBox and Innovation Network

Statewide network that provides a wide array of no-cost resources needed by entrepreneurs and innovators.

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.

Religious & Spiritual Community

Find programming for Penn State community members of many different faiths and backgrounds.

Campus Safety

Resources for bullying, domestic violence, and staying safe on campus.

Symposium for Teaching & Learning with Technology

Annual event that connects faculty and graduate student instructors with innovative technology to use in the classroom.

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.

HUB-Robeson Center

Complements the academic experience by offering students opportunities in leadership, social responsibility, citizenship, volunteerism, employment, and educational and social programming.

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.

Office of Sponsored Programs

Provides central coordination and oversight of all research awards that come into Penn State.

Multimedia & Printing Center Copying & Binding

Multimedia & Print Center will help you re-create and preserve your important work with professional copying and binding services.

Centre Area Transit Authority (CATA)

Offers reliable bus mass transit around the Centre Region. On-campus loop and link services are free.

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.

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.

University Health Services

University Health Services provides convenient, confidential, and compassionate care for routine illnesses, and pre-existing conditions.