International Programs
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.
Student Engagement
GROW GLOBAL! Learn how you can grow your global experience here at Penn State. Volunteer as a Global Representative, join a global student organization, get connected to language resources, international news links, and more.
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Summer & Maymester Study Abroad Info Session - Meet the Professors! Learn about the Summer 2020 Study Abroad Programs offered through the Smeal College of Business. Get your questions answered about study abroad and stay to meet the Smeal faculty teaching in Florence, Barcelona and Pforzheim this year. Don't miss your chance to apply for an unforgettable experience abroad. 4:45-5:15 General information session |
Tuesday, January 14 4:45 pm 108 Business Buildings |
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Penn State Study Abroad Week Get excited for one full week of study abroad events! Consider how study abroad can impact your career goals, talk to returned PSU students about their study abroad experience, meet faculty who teach abroad and get more information on how to choose a program from Education Abroad advisers. All this and more! |
January 20 - January 24, 2020
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Smeal Abroad EXPO Come learn about what it’s like to study abroad in the summer or semester as a Penn State student! The Smeal Abroad EXPO is a peer to peer study abroad fair for students interested in talking with other students who have studied or lived abroad. Get answers to your questions about housing, travel & courses abroad – all from the student perspective. Programs represented include DIS Copenhagen, CES Maastricht, CIEE Seville, IES Madrid, IES Dublin Internship, and more! |
Tuesday, January 21 11:00-2:00 pm HUB Noontime Lounge |
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Study Abroad Scholarships There are multiple sources of funding for studying abroad, international internships and service learning experiences. Come learn where to apply for scholarships and grants to make your dream possible. Smeal Scholarships can be found here. There are other events during this Study Abroad Week relating to scholarships. See the Full Schedule. |
Wednesday 5:15-6:00 pm 102 Business Building |
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Summer 2020 Study Abroad DEADLINE and SCHOLARSHIP application deadline, too! Don't miss your chance to apply for Summer study abroad! Log on to your application and submit by 11:59 pm tonight Smeal Scholarships: Applications are due February 1, also. |
February 1, 2020 11:59 PM |
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International Internship Alternatives Enhance your resume with an internship in another country. Learn how to explore options and what is involved in the application process at this information session.
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Tips for a Successful Study Abroad Application Looking for that competitive edge? Learn some quick and easy tips to strengthen your application essays. Sign-up on Starfish. GO TO: Smeal Office of International Programs under Elizabeth Labrin (Group Session -WATCH FOR MORE SESSION DATES FOR SPRING) |
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