Parents & Families
About Your Student's Eligibility
This section includes some of the most important things you need to know about your student's eligibility at Penn State. (More information is available under the "Eligibility" tab in the main navigation bar of this website.)
How to Apply for Financial Aid
A guide for assisting your student in applying for financial aid and a tutorial for you on how to apply for the Federal Direct Parent PLUS Loan.
Sources of Financial Assistance That May Be Available
A list of grants, scholarships, and loans for which your student may be eligible.
How Financial Aid Relates to the Tuition Bill
Everything you want to know about how your student completes his/her registration, applies financial aid to the tuition bill, how the aid is disbursed, and why our office may ask for more information from you and/or your student.
Penn State Parents & Families
The Penn State Parents Program is here to partner with you in order to ensure student success, provide opportunities for your engagement with the University, and educate you about resources and services available within the University community.
