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Costs and Aid

Invest in Your Future

At Penn State, we have tools and resources to help you to begin to understand the options and what is best for your family. 

We will set you up for success.

Deciding what college or university is right for you is a big decision. Paying for college can feel like a complex process and is often about understanding your goals and you and your family’s ability to contribute towards this investment in your future. 

At Penn State, we have tools and resources to help you to begin to understand the options and what is best for your family. 

You are connected for life.

Our alumni network is one of the largest in the world, and you can rely on that network for support and opportunities—whether it be internships, jobs, or mentoring—long after you graduate. 

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Financial Literacy

Your financial future starts now. We encourage you to start planning for a Penn State education as early as possible. The Sokolov-Miller Family Financial and Life Skills Center allows students to use knowledge and skills to manage financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being. 

Understanding Costs

With a vast alumni network, world-class programs, and career preparation opportunities the value of a Penn State degree is clear. Understanding cost is more complex.

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Cost Calculators

Choose from two calculators to help understand your costs.

Net Price Calculator is intended for undergraduate, first year, full time, domestic students only.

College Cost Calculator provides an estimate of the tuition and fees and essential costs with attending Penn State as an undergraduate, graduate, or professional student.

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