Where Will Penn Take You?

Penn Abroad serves as the hub for global opportunities at the University of Pennsylvania.

Why go Abroad?

As you consider how to make the most of your time at Penn, we encourage you to take the leap and go abroad.

Living, studying, and adapting to a new environment builds independence, resilience, and cross-cultural communication skills—valuable assets in today’s global workforce. Immersive programs also offer hands-on learning, unique courses, and language improvement, enhancing your academic potential and GPA. While affordability or academic concerns may seem daunting, Penn Abroad advisors can help you explore programs, resources, and solutions to make a global experience possible.

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Regardless of your class year or school, there are many different ways for you to globalize your time at Penn.

Study Abroad

Establish yourself in a new global community through extended study for an academic term or year.
Penn Global Seminar students in Indonesia

Penn Global Seminars

Combine intensive semester-long study with a short term travel component to deepen your understanding of concepts discussed in the classroom.

Global Research & Internship Program

Enhance your career potential through life-changing global work and research experience.

Penn Global Research Institutes

Conduct research abroad alongside Penn faculty and international partners.

Exchange at Penn

Join the Penn community for a semester or a year as an exchange student immersed in one of four colleges, each renowned for its rigorous academics and world-class teaching and research.

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Upcoming Events & Deadlines

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Study Abroad Upcoming Deadlines

Multiple by Program

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Spring 2025 Drop-in Hours

“Drop-in” appointments are here to help you as you explore global programs!

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PGS students in Iceland
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Penn Abroad 101: Environmental and Sustainability Programs

Please join Penn Abroad to learn more about environmental programs and the application process.

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Meet Penn Abroad Ambassadors

Speak to an Ambassador about their experience on a Penn Abroad Program to learn more about the student experience abroad. 

Saya Desai

CAS ’25
Political Science
SA: CASA: Barcelona

Ian Mijael Zang

CAS ’25
Philosophy Politics & Economics and Cognitive Science
SA: Oxford University: Lady Margaret Hall

Jasper Taylor

CAS ’26
Political Science
SA: King’s College London

Student Blogs

Get a glimpse of the student experience, connect with past participants, and read student stories from abroad!