Supporting Student Success at Penn State
The Office of Scholars Programs (OSP) provides academic and professional development resources to help students excel at Penn State. In addition to administering five competitive scholarship programs, OSP offers mentorship, academic coaching, and structured support services to assist students in achieving their academic and professional goals.
Beyond scholarship recipients, OSP services are available to all Penn State students, including workshops, academic enrichment programs, walk-in as-needed support, and networking opportunities designed to foster student growth and success.
The office provides students with access to one-on-one academic coaching, mentorship opportunities, and skill-building workshops that enhance their university experience. Additionally, OSP hosts events, informational sessions, and engagement opportunities that connect students with faculty, staff, and peers to support their academic journey.
Through its initiatives, the Office of Scholars Programs is committed to equipping students with the resources and guidance necessary to navigate their academic paths successfully, build confidence, and develop skills for future leadership and professional success.
Bunton-Waller Scholars Program
Supporting Academic Excellence and Student Success at Penn State
Lenfest Scholars Program
Supporting the talent and excellence of Philadelphia students.
Maguire Scholars Program
Prepares students to make a positive contribution to society.
Milton Hershey School Scholars Program
Honoring Milton Hershey’s commitment to nurturing students in a supportive learning environment.
First-Year Living Learning Community and Seminar
Bunton-Waller Fellows and Merits, Commonwealth, Lenfest, Milton Hershey School, and Maguire scholars will participate in the Educational Equity Living Learning Community (LLC) during their first year. Scholars will be assigned to a residence hall designated for the Educational Equity Scholars Program. In addition, these scholars will take a year-long credit bearing Scholarship and Community seminar that builds upon the Penn State values. These programs are designed to build community amongst the new students, support students’ transition to college, explore opportunities at Penn State, connect with campus resources, and develop skills for academic success. Scholars will automatically be placed in the LLC. Other students interested in the Educational Equity LLC will need to complete a secondary application.