Tuition and Financial Aid

A college education will be one of the most important investments you make. Both the quality and cost of a college education is important. Penn State offers a high-quality education—a sound investment in your future.

All cost of attendance elements can be viewed at this webpage after selecting the location. Please contact us if you need assistance. 

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2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)

Penn State's School Code for all campuses: 003329

For maximum consideration of federal, state, and University financial aid, we recommend that you submit your FAFSA by the following dates:

  • February 15, 2024, for all students who are new to Penn State. We anticipate financial aid offers to be emailed to incoming accepted Penn State students in April 2024
  • April 15, 2024, for all students returning to Penn State
  • Pennsylvania residents should also apply for the PHEAA Pennsylvania State Grant
FAFSA: Apply for financial aid
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Paying For College Planning Guide

See our Paying for College brochure!

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Financial Aid

Financial Aid Brochure

Financial Aid Brochure

See our Financial Aid brochure which shares valuable Penn State costs, student aid sources and scholarship opportunities with you.

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Tuition and Costs

Additional Resources

Additional Financial Resources

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Emergency Assistance Request Form

Please fill out this form if you are a Penn State student who is facing challenges with access to adequate food, stable housing, or meeting other basic needs. 

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Financial Literacy