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Official website
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Upenn
The University of Pennsylvania, commonly known as Penn or UPenn, is a private Ivy League research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1740, it is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the United States. Penn is known for its rigorous academic programs, prestigious faculty, and strong emphasis on undergraduate education. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including the Wharton School of Business, the School of Engineering and Applied Science, and the School of Arts and Sciences. Penn is also renowned for its research activities, particularly in the sciences and social sciences.
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Times Higher Education #9 · 2026Forbes #10 · 2026ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #15 · 2026QS World University Rankings #2018 · 2026US News & World Report #2020 · 2026Times Higher Education #9 · 2025
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 267 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseMid-Size Community
8/10
Diversity
10/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$34,473 avg starting salary
0% placement rate
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Student Life
10,000 students (2,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 267 acres
Location: Philadelphia, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 7.2%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 7.2%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=4, p25=4, p75=4 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school