Financial Aid Basics

October 27, 2026 / 8:00 pm (EDT)–9:00 pm (EDT)

Learn about the application process for undergraduate programs, find out how to submit transfer credits, get information about financial aid, and gain an idea of what you can expect as a new student.

Staff members will walk you through the application process and review important deadlines you need to know.

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Kira Rigg
Admissions Counselor
Kira Rigg is an admissions counselor with Penn State World Campus Admission Services. She graduated from Penn State with a bachelor’s degree in crime, law, and justice and a minor in psychology. Kira has worked with Penn State students in various roles over the last six years.
Hailie Pelka
Admissions Counselor
Hailie Pelka is an admissions counselor with Penn State World Campus Admission Services. She has experience working with traditional students as well as adult learners.
Rick VanBuren
Rick VanBuren has been at Penn State for 17 years and has worked in enrollment services, financial aid, and military benefits for 24 years. His goal is to assist students in achieving their educational goals by making the financial aid and military benefits process as seamless as possible.

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We recommend registering below for this live webinar with Q&A, but if you are not available, a recorded on-demand version is available to watch at your convenience: On-Demand Webinar (21 minutes)

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Kira Rigg

Hailie Pelka

Rick VanBuren

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