University of Pennsylvania
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The University of Pennsylvania, or Penn, is a private Ivy League university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with about 22,000 students. Founded by Benjamin Franklin, Penn embodies a blend of liberal arts and pre-professional education. It is especially known for the Wharton School of Business, one of the top business programs in the world, as well as strong offerings in nursing, law, and medicine. Its urban campus is integrated with the city, giving students easy access to culture, history, and real-world opportunities. Penn is often seen as the most entrepreneurial and business-minded of the Ivies.
Admissions Statistics
Regular Decision
Applicants
56,553
Admitted
2,288
Admit Rate
0.04045762382%
Total Enrolled
2,395
Early Decision
Early Applicants
8,683
Early Admitted
1,235
ED Admit Rate
0.1422319475%
Admits from Early
0.3505535055%
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
2,958
Accepted Spot
2,288
Admitted
66
WL Admit Rate
0%
Academic Profile
Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
3.9
Top 10% of Class
0.91%
Top 25% of Class
0.99%
Top 50% of Class
1%
Demographics
Men
1,108
Admit Rate: 0.05385807047%
Women
1,287
Admit Rate: 0.05414624359%
Non-International
87.8%
International
12.2%
Admission Factors
Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankConsidered
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsImportant
Application EssayNot Considered
RecommendationNot Considered
ExtracurricularsConsidered
Talent/AbilityConsidered
Character/PersonalNot Considered
InterviewVery Important
First GenerationImportant
Cost & Outcome
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$63,204
Out-of-State Tuition
$63,204
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$89,100
Mid Career Pay
$171,800
Student Body
Undergrads
10,610
Total Students
23,948