Parents & Families
You have guided your child through many major life moments, and now is the time to help them navigate another major event — going to college. Whether this is your first time through the process or your 10th, you are bound to have questions. Please use us as a resource to help you along the way. Parents generally have questions about the following topics, so browse these areas of our site for information:
Parent Ambassadors
Are you looking for ways to get involved at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ? The university’s success is dependent on the people of our community and there are many meaningful opportunities for parent involvement. Consider becoming a Parent Ambassador and participate in one or more of the following ways:
- Accepted Students Day
Welcome and talk with our prospective parents & students.- Represent ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ at College Fair
Lend a hand at a college fair in your neighborhood. Tag team with one of our Admissions’ Counselors or with another ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ volunteer.- Volunteer at June Connection Days and/or August New Student Orientation (Move-In Day)
Welcome and talk with our incoming parents & students. Help them get settled into their home away from home.- Host A Welcome to ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Reception in Your Region
Partner with the Office of Alumni & Parent Engagement to plan an event to welcome and introduce our newest Golden Wolves and their families. (Summer Send-Offs)- Homecoming & Family Weekend
Offer your ideas and assistance in planning events/programs for parents.- Letter-Writing Campaign
Write a letter of reassurance to accepted students encouraging them to enroll at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ or send welcome notes to first-year parents.- Share Your Career Expertise
Serve as an interviewer for Mock Interview Mania, Host a student(s) during Take A Golden Wolf to Work Week, or Provide internship, externship and job opportunities.- Be A Recruiter
Share your student’s and your ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ experience with friends, neighbors and acquaintances in your community, at work etc.- Support ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
A gift will enhance your student’s education and future students.
Recent News
ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ to welcome record incoming class this fall
Milestone marks the seventh consecutive year with over 475 new students
Nine Student Undergraduate Research Fellows Present Summer Projects
Faculty members provide mentorship and valuable experiential learning opportunity through annual SURF program
Penn Medicine named ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ's official sports medicine provider
Care provided at the Penn Medicine - ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Medical and Counseling Center will expand to include specialized sports medicine expertise, strengthening a shared commitment to high‑quality, inclusive care for every student.
Upcoming Events
Grad School 101: Getting Started This Fall
- Aug 12, 2026
- 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for Grad School 101: Getting Started This Fall, where you’ll learn more about how to prepare for graduate classes at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ.
Grad & Adult Admissions
Master of Social Work Information Session
- Aug 12, 2026
- 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Zoom Virtual Event
Join us for a virtual information session on August 12, where you’ll learn more about our Master of Social Work program.
Grad & Adult Admissions
TExpL Graduate Certificate Information Session
- Aug 13, 2026
- 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Join us for an information session to learn more about the Graduate Certificate in Educational Innovation and Entrepreneurship, offered by Total Experience Learning at ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ. Led by Caryn Stopper, Executive Director of Enrollment and Outreach, you will hear more about:
• The application process
• A deeper understanding of the four courses in the graduate certificate
• The seamless pathway to an advanced degree with ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ
Total Experience Learning