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An Interview with 2026 Rhodes Scholar Florence Onyiuke

Huntsman senior Florence Onyiuke, who was named a 2026 Rhodes Scholar in November, sat down with Penn Abroad to discuss how her international experiences and research led her to the Rhodes Scholarship. Congratulations on this incredible achievement! What did you first do when you got the news that you received the Rhodes Scholarship? The final interviews…

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Updates to the Study Abroad Application Process Starting Fall 2026

To ensure greater alignment with students’ needs, Penn Abroad is implementing several updates for the Fall and Academic Year 2026 study abroad application cycle. These changes are designed in response to student feedback and to help you plan ahead, provide clarity, and maximize your opportunities.   What is staying the same? What is new for…

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Four Penn Abroad Students Receive the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship

The University of Pennsylvania has been recognized by the U.S. Department of State for producing eight Gilman recipients this Spring 2025 cycle. Four recipients will study abroad in Fall 2025 on Penn Abroad programs: “Driven by our mission of bringing the world to Penn and Penn to the world, Penn Abroad is thrilled that we will…

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Updates to the Study Abroad Application Process

With more students than ever choosing to study abroad, Penn Abroad is introducing key updates to ensure a clear, efficient, and student-centered application process. These changes are designed to help students plan ahead, minimize uncertainty, and maximize their opportunities.   What’s Changing? Program Specific Application Caps Selection & Backup Options slot slot slot slot Earlier Application…