Welcome International Students

With students representing different countries around the world, our campus mirrors the rich diversity that is found in the global community. Penn State Scranton values the intellectual and cultural diversity that international students bring to our campus and with smaller class sizes and many opportunities to get involved, international students can submerse themselves in American culture while getting a degree.

Are you an international student?

An international student is an individual of foreign nationality who will be entering, or has already entered, the United States and requires a visa in order to pursue a degree at Penn State.

  • Intend to stay in the US temporarily
  • Does not have US citizenship or legal permanent resident status (a “green card”)
  • Applies for a visa to be allowed entry into the US
  • Already living in the US and holding a non-immigrant status
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Future International Students

International students, both first-year and transfer, have admissions requirements they must meet and we’re here to help every step of the way.

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Accepted International Students

Congratulations on your acceptance to Penn State Scranton! Make it official and follow these next steps for accepted students.

Diversity and Inclusion at Penn State Scranton

Diversity and Inclusion

Penn State Scranton creates tomorrow’s diverse leaders. We challenge individuals to discover their full potential, appreciate, embrace, respect and celebrate all cultures. 

We foster a welcoming campus environment that is accepting, safe, and inclusive to all of our administrators, faculty, staff, students and visitors.

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Experience Northeast Pa

Lackawanna County, home of the Penn State Scranton campus, in Northeastern Pennsylvania offers a wide variety of restaurants, hotels, and shopping options to find exactly what you’re looking for.