The University has a wealth of wellness resources for students.
If you feel overwhelmed about where to go, please know that there is no wrong choice. Every office is trained to triage students to the best possible resource for them. Reach out to the office that you feel most comfortable contacting. OAS undergraduate and graduate advisors can also help to guide you.
Penn Emergency Resources
Students can get immediate help during emergencies or crises. Penn has 24/7 campus contacts for medical care, mental health support, public safety, and other urgent services.
Medical Care
Penn’s medical services provide supportive care for physical health concerns, preventive care, and treatment for illnesses or injuries.
Counseling
Student Health and Counseling is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care for undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Student Health and Counseling offers confidential, free professional mental health services to students at Penn.
Confidential Resources
The University of Pennsylvania offers confidential campus resource offices where students, faculty, and staff can seek support for issues related to sexual misconduct or other personal concerns.
Academic Support
Academic support services offered by the Weingarten Center help students strengthen learning strategies and subject knowledge. Resources such as learning consultations, free undergraduate tutoring, workshops, and study tools are designed to improve skills like time management, reading, writing, and exam preparation.
Cultural Resource Centers
University Life is home to six Cultural Resource Centers (CRCs) that enrich the campus environment through academic engagement, cultural celebration, and community building. These community hubs promote intercultural understanding and belonging. The centers work collaboratively to create welcoming and affirming spaces for all students to learn about themselves and their different communities on campus.
Disability Services
The Weingarten Center provides services to students who self-identify as having a disability to ensure equal access to all University programs, activities, and services. Students who are granted accommodations work with the Disability Services staff to coordinate their academic accommodations as well as accessible housing, dining, communication, and technology.