Home > International Programs

Strickler Office of International Programs

The home page for the Strickler Office of International Programs describes the main areas of international resources: study abroad, international internships, resources for faculty/staff to teach abroad, resources for international students, and student engagement which offers ways for students to grow global and participate in global communities here at Penn State. Upcoming Events list details (day, time, location) of events relevant to these international areas of interest.

Portrait of Justin McClure.

Marketing Your Study Abroad Experience: Inside the Minds of Recruiters

Blog post by Alessandra Auster, Marketing '20, who studied abroad in Seville, Spain in Spring 2019

Study Abroad

Smeal strongly encourages students to participate in education abroad and about one fourth of our graduates have this experience. Discover how study abroad will fit with your personal and academic goals. You may choose a summer or semester program and perhaps consider earning an International Business Minor. Start your journey now by navigating the timing and eligibility requirements and exploring the many diverse Penn State programs offered all around the world.

International Internships

International internship and service learning opportunities allow students to create meaning between their academic coursework, their future careers, and the world around them. Globalization is an increasingly important aspect of any business. Thus, many employers today are reported to value intercultural communication skills, global perspectives, and demonstrated adaptability that often are gained from an international work experience.

Faculty/Staff

Instructors interested in teaching a summer, Maymester or embedded study abroad program or those already scheduled to do so, may find relevant information here.

International Students

For students studying here at Penn State from another country, the International Student web page links you to many resources which may help you find answers to your questions about housing, academic concerns, jobs, or ways to meet other students. Explore the resources that can help you best take advantage of all that Penn State life has to offer.

Upcoming Events and Deadlines

DetailsDate / Time

FALL 2024

 

Costa Rica Maymester Information Session

Join the faculty leaders of the Smeal Costa Rica Maymester program, Scott Collins and Nancy McClure, as they share more information about the course, itinerary and program activities for Summer 2025.

Wednesday December 4

5:30 PM

120 Business Building

Florence Summer Information Session

Join the faculty leader of the Smeal Florence Summer study abroad program, IB professor Terrence Guay, as he shares more information about the course, itinerary and program activities for Summer 2025.

Wednesday December 4

5:00 PM

003 Business Building

Business in Central Europe Summer Information Session

Join the faculty leader of the Smeal Business in Central Europe program, IB professor Peter Mhando, as he shares more information about the course, itinerary and program activities for Summer 2025.

Wednesday December 11

5:30 PM

120 Business Building

SPRING 2025

 

Summer & Maymester 2025 Study Abroad Information Session

Come join the Strickler Office of International Programs to review study abroad options for Summer and Maymester programs. We will discuss choosing a program, how credits count, application process, scholarships and answer any questions. This info session will be followed by breakout sessions for the various Smeal Study Abroad programs in Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Italy, Singapore and UK.

The application deadline is quickly approaching on January 23 – don’t miss this opportunity to earn credits and travel abroad!

Please register in advance for any updates or last-minute weather-related changes.

Tuesday January 14

4:45 – 5:15 PM General Information

5:30 – 6:00 PM Breakout Sessions for Smeal Faculty-led Programs

125 Business Building

Click here to register

Education Abroad Virtual 101 Session

All students from any Penn State campus are welcome and encouraged to join. The session will begin with a 20-minute presentation on applying to study abroad at Penn State. Immediately following the presentation will be a 10-minute Q&A session. Topics covered include:

  • Choosing a program
  • Navigating our website
  • Costs, funding, and scholarships
  • Academic requirements

Wednesday January 15

12:30 PM

Zoom (registration required)

Click here to register

 

 

 

 

International Program Photos
View on flickr.