Welcome Penn Families to Campus Express!

The Must Knows

Addresses

For students living in on-campus housing, they will have two addresses: one for mail/packages and one for the street address. Read more about sending items to campus -- including during high-volume periods like move-in -- on the Residential Services website.

Banking

Through a special relationship with the University, PNC Bank offers a wide range of student-oriented financial services you may wish to consider.

Key highlights include:

• Two full-service branches conveniently located within walking distance of campus (3535 Market Street, 200 S. 40th Street)
• On-campus ATMs and a coast-to-coast branch and ATM network [1]
• PNC Simple Checking for hassle-free banking
• The ability for students to link their PennCard to their PNC account, eliminating the need for an extra debit card
• No monthly service charge if you are under 25 [2] or have a qualifying direct deposit [3]
• No overdraft fees
• The PNC Mobile app, which keeps your account at your fingertips [4]
• International banking services, including what is required to set up a bank account and multilingual support (240+ languages) can be found at pnc.com/internationalstudents
  
  Visit pnc.com/penn for more information on banking with PNC*.

*There is no requirement by the University that students, faculty, or staff bank at any particular financial institution; all members of the Penn community can choose any bank they wish. In exchange for the opportunity to promote its programs to the University community, PNC provides Penn with financial contributions that Penn uses to sustain student programs and other University initiatives.

1. Visit PNC.com/locator to find a PNC or PNC Partner ATM near you where PNC customers can access money fee-free.

2. The 25-age waiver and/or 62-age waiver will be applied only if the date of birth for the primary or secondary owner(s) on the account meets the age requirement.

3. Qualifying direct deposit is defined as a recurring Direct Deposit of a paycheck, pension, Social Security, or other regular income electronically deposited by an employer or an outside agency. Credit card cash advance transfers, wire transfers, person-to-person transfers, transfers from one account to another, or deposits made at a branch, ATM, mobile device, or through the mail do not qualify as qualifying direct deposits.

4. PNC does not charge a fee for Mobile Banking. However, third-party message and data rates may apply. These include fees your wireless carrier may charge you for data usage and text messaging services. Check with your wireless carrier for details regarding your specific wireless plan and any data usage or text messaging charges that may apply. Also, a supported mobile device is needed to use the Mobile Banking App. Mobile Deposit is a feature of PNC Mobile Banking. Use of the Mobile Deposit feature requires a supported camera-equipped device and you must download a PNC mobile banking app. Eligible PNC Bank account and PNC Bank Online Banking required. Certain other restrictions apply. See the mobile banking terms and conditions in the Digital Services Agreement.

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Eat. Sleep. Penn

Learning about the College Houses, preparing for move-in, and priming their palate for dining (Can't wait for Surf & Turf night!) are some of the ways to #LivePenn. Linked here is the First-Year Information Hub, with more to know available below!

Dining Spotlight

When it comes to dining on campus, there’s something for everyone. Students can choose from six residential all-you-care-to-eat dining halls and eight retail cafés across campus. The Penn Dining team—made up of talented chefs, staff, and administrators—takes pride in serving high-quality, delicious meals that meet the needs of our community.

Want to learn more about locations, hours, menus and Penn Dining's philosophy? All that and more can be found on Penn Dining's website.

Housing Spotlight

The College Houses are vibrant, close-knit communities where undergraduates can feel at home while staying connected to the academic heartbeat of the University. They’re designed to support students both personally and academically, creating a space where it's easy to build friendships, find guidance, and grow into leadership roles. In addition to the great communities in each of our College Houses, our buildings also have operational amenities to support your residential experience, including:

• An information desk with 24-hour security in the lobby
• Electronic locks on the doors to your building, room, and bedroom
• Laundry facilities included in your housing charge
• Free Wi-Fi and cable TV access
• Central heat and air conditioning

Renter's Insurance

Renter's Insurance helps protect you from the cost of replacing your personal belongings in the event of a covered incident. We encourage residents to review any existing coverage, e.g., through family homeowner policies. You may explore having a rental insurance rider added to an existing policy, or explore renter's insurance products through any reputable insurance company. More information can be found on Residential Services website.

Task List

When logging into Campus Express, a task list will populate for your student. These items -- including required and recommended tasks -- help make the arrival process to campus that much easier! Your student can easily share their list via email -- encourage them to send it to you so you can stay informed.