Application Process & Deadlines

Information for Penn students interested in taking a Penn Global Seminar

Eligibility

1.

Penn Global Seminars are open to full-time, degree-seeking Penn undergraduates 

2.

Students in their final semester at Penn are not eligible to take a PGS course if the travel component occurs at the end of the semester 

3.

Some seminars may have additional requirements, please see the course descriptions for details 

4.

All PGS participants must adhere to the Penn Abroad University Policy on Conduct & Academic Integrity

5.

You may only apply to one Penn Global Seminar per semester. If you would like assistance in selecting a Penn Global Seminar, please reach out to pgs-abroad@upenn.edu to set up an advising appointment. 

Application & Selection Process

Applications typically open the semester prior to the start of each course in alignment with advanced registration. You are invited to join our mailing list to stay up to date on PGS opportunities, reminders about the application process, and other Penn Abroad programs.   

In order to be considered for a Penn Global Seminar, students must complete an application through PASSPORT

  • Applications will be reviewed by a selection committee of Penn Abroad staff and the program faculty leader(s). 
  • Some programs may invite strong applicants in for an interview.  
  • Students who are placed on the waitlist will be notified as they are removed from the waitlist.