Meet With an Advisor

Not sure what programs we offer or what is the best option for you?

• Attend an event or information session to explore and learn more about the different types of global opportunities available to Penn students. Penn Abroad hosts weekly PA101 sessions throughout the semester to help you learn more and to ask questions.
   

• Participate in drop-in hours. This is an opportunity exclusively for students who have not yet selected a program or region of interest. You will be able to learn more and ask questions about a variety of global program options to meet your academic, personal, and professional interests.

Interested in learning more about global opportunities at Penn? Penn Abroad hosts a wide variety of events throughout the year including program-specific information sessions, discipline-specific student panels, weekly drop-in hours, and more. Visit the Penn Abroad Events page to view all upcoming events. Sign up for a session that suits your interests today!

A Semester Abroad advising session is required before you can open an application. All students interested in semester abroad are welcome to join an advising session.

Note: Between May 5 – August 21, 2023, Group Advising will be paused. Students wishing to complete Semester Abroad advising during the summer period will schedule a meeting with the relevant Global Programs Manager (GPM) for their region or academic subject (as applicable).

Follow the links below to schedule your Group Advising appointment in our office at 3539 Locust Walk. Please arrive on time, as each group session may include up to 20 students.

Accommodations Information

In-person appointments in our office require the use of stairs. For assistance or to request accommodations, please contact goabroad@upenn.edu.

Step 1:

• REQUIRED. Attend a group Semester Abroad Advising session
  • Register on Calendly
  • Sessions are held weekly on Wednesdays at 3 PM and Fridays at 3 PM (subject to change – please confirm on the Calendly schedule). Advising lasts approximately one hour. Please plan to attend the full session.

Step 2:

• After attending an advising session, contact the relevant Global Programs Manager to open your application. The application must be for a specific program location and semester. The Global Programs Manager will check your academic eligibility prior to opening the application.

Step 3:

• RECOMMENDED. Attend an additional group information session to understand your program options in certain regions or disciplines.  Group sessions will be offered and are highly recommended for the following locations/disciplines:
• • Understanding your program options in United Kingdom & Ireland
  • Understanding your program options in Australia & New Zealand
  • Understanding your program options in Spain

Students interested in any other regions or needing a follow-up advising appointment after the group session may schedule an individual advising appointment with their relevant GPM. More information on how to register will be distributed at the conclusion of the required Semester Abroad Advising session.

Step 4:

• Complete and submit your Penn Abroad application prior to the deadline!
  • Don’t forget to get academic approval from your regional Home School Academic Advisor for Study Abroad and/or your major advisor (College students only).

Please note that Semester Abroad advising is unavailable annually from October 1 – early November and March 2 – April 1 for application review. During these timeframes, all students can come to drop-in hours and/or look out for upcoming events to learn more. If you have a question, please contact goabroad@upenn.edu.

Fall:

• Advising begins in November of the preceding academic year.
• Applications are generally due early February to early March (always refer to the program brochure for the exact program deadline).

Spring:

• Advising begins in April of the preceding academic year.
• Applications are generally due early September to early October (always refer to the program brochure for the exact program deadline).

Still deciding or exploring Penn’s global opportunities more broadly? Visit our Why Go Abroad resources to begin defining your goals and exploring program options. We also offer a variety of events and drop-in hours exclusively for those who are just beginning to navigate the programs available and how to apply. If you have a question, please contact goabroad@upenn.edu.

A Semester Abroad advising session is required before you can open an application. All students interested in semester abroad are welcome to join an advising session.

Follow the links below to schedule your advising appointment. Some appointments may be held in our office at 3539 Locust Walk, others may be on Zoom; please check your Calendly reservation details carefully. Please arrive on time, as each group session may include up to 20 students.

Accommodations Information

In-person appointments in our office require the use of stairs. For assistance or to request accommodations, please contact goabroad@upenn.edu.

Step 1: Attend an Advising Session

SEAS & Nursing students only

• Schedule a meeting with Greta Kazenski, Associate Director, who oversees Semester Study Abroad for Engineering students and Nursing students

College & Wharton students only

• Schedule a meeting with your regional Global Programs Manager using the Calendly link below:
  • Asia
  • Middle East & Africa
  • England
  • Scotland
  • Ireland
  • Australia & New Zealand
  • Continental Europe (except Continental Europe (except Spain & Portugal)
  • Spain
  • Portugal
  • Latin America
  • Multi-Country Programs (IHP)

Step 2:

• After attending an advising session, request that your Global Programs Manager open your application. The application must be for a specific program location and semester. The Global Programs Manager will check your academic eligibility prior to opening the application.

Please note that Semester Abroad advising is unavailable annually from October 1 – early November and March 2 – April 1 for application review. During these timeframes, all students can come to drop-in hours and/or look out for upcoming events to learn more. If you have a question, please contact goabroad@upenn.edu.

Fall:

• Advising begins in November of the preceding academic year.
• Applications are generally due early February to early March (always refer to the program brochure for the exact program deadline).

Spring:

• Advising begins in April of the preceding academic year.
• Applications are generally due early September to early October (always refer to the program brochure for the exact program deadline).

Still deciding or exploring Penn’s global opportunities more broadly? Visit our Why Go Abroad resources to begin defining your goals and exploring program options. We also offer a variety of events and drop-in hours exclusively for those who are just beginning to navigate the programs available and how to apply. If you have a question, please contact goabroad@upenn.edu.

Interested in learning more about the Global Research & Internship Program for Summer 2023? Attend an upcoming information session to ask questions and get advice about choosing a placement and preparing your application. You can also sign up for drop-in hours or attend a PA101 session exclusively for those who are beginning to navigate the programs available and how to apply.

Questions can also be directed to intern-abroad@upenn.edu. You are also invited to join our mailing list to receive reminders, updates on programs, events, and future application deadlines.

An advising session is not required as part of the Penn Global Seminars application process. If you have questions or are interested in learning more about the Penn Global Seminars program, we offer a variety of events, PA101 sessions, and drop-in hours exclusively for those who are beginning to navigate the programs available and how to apply. You are also invited to join our mailing list to receive reminders, updates on programs, events, and future application deadlines. Advising is available by appointment by contacting pgs-abroad@upenn.edu. 

Note: Advising meetings are a great way to learn about the Penn Global Seminars courses and the application process. They are not intended to provide applicants with advice related to program competitiveness or how to gain an advantage over another applicant.