Parent Resources

Source: https://admissions.upenn.edu/supporting-your-student/families-supporters/parent-resources Parent: https://admissions.upenn.edu/supporting-your-student/families-supporters

Don’t worry, we’ve got you! We know students aren’t the only ones with a million questions about applying to Penn. From preparing the application to keeping up with your student’s life on campus, we’ve curated some of our most popular resources right here.

Preparing to Apply

While your student is responsible for their actual application, there are points at which you may want or need to be involved, especially if you’re planning to visit campus or apply for financial aid. Below are resources to help you navigate those issues, as well as some helpful guides to the application itself!

[## Financial Aid for Supporters

If your student is applying for financial aid, our Student Registration & Financial Services website is a great place to find all the information you need.

Learn More](https://srfs.upenn.edu/parents)

[## Visit Penn

We offer a variety of ways for you to get to know our dynamic community, including virtual and in-person options.

Learn More](/visit-connect/visit-penn)

[## First-Year Applicants

Hooray, you're getting ready to apply to college! We're thrilled you're considering Penn. If you’re looking for guidance on your application to Penn, the best place to get information is... from us: the people who read and get to know you through your application!

Learn More](/how-to-apply/first-year-applicants)

[## Applying to College 101

Are you getting ready to apply to college?

Are you trying to understand where to even begin?

Are you looking for videos, resources, or workbooks to help you stay informed and organized during your application process?

Learn More](/how-to-apply/resources-programs/applying-to-college-101)

Resources for Supporters & Parents

Okay, so you’re helping the student in your life figure out their applications – what happens when they actually go off to school? Here at Penn, we provide various means for supporters and families to stay informed and get involved.

Academic Calendar

[## Academic Calendar

From holidays to course registration, you can find important University dates here!

Learn More](https://almanac.upenn.edu/penn-academic-calendar)

[## Penn Parents Program

Updates, resources, FAQs, news, and more, just for you!

Learn More](https://www.pennparents.upenn.edu/)

[## Information for Parents

As members of our extended Penn family, you can get involved and stay connected to campus in a wide variety of ways.

Learn More](https://www.upenn.edu/parents)

[## Information for First-Year Families

Your student’s first year at Penn is a time of transition and discovery. We’ve got resources that will be useful in supporting your student as they navigate their first year, and share what to expect during this transition.

Learn More](https://www.pennparents.upenn.edu/resources-support/information-for-first-year-families/)