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Official website
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UPenn-Wharton
The University of Pennsylvania, commonly known as Penn or UPenn, is a private Ivy League research university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1740 and is one of the nine colonial colleges chartered before the American Revolution. Penn is known for its strong emphasis on undergraduate liberal arts education and its contributions to various fields, including medicine, law, and business. The Wharton School is Penn's business school, which is consistently ranked among the top in the world. The university has a rich history and a diverse student body, with students from all 50 U.S. states and over 130 countries.
Key Facts
Last full enrichment: 9 Jun 2026
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 245 acres
UPenn-Wharton offers a vibrant urban campus life with a strong emphasis on academic rigor and international diversity. The city of Philadelphia provides a rich cultural scene and numerous internship opportunities.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
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Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
0% placement rate
Wharton's strong focus on business analytics and technology-related fields has led to high demand for graduates in these areas. The university's strong network of alumni and corporate partners provides excellent career prospects for students.
Popular fields
Business AnalyticsInformation Technology and ManagementStatisticsComputer ScienceOperations ManagementData ScienceOperations Research and Financial EngineeringMarketing Analytics
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Student Life
24,500 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 245 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
With a student population of over 24,500, UPenn-Wharton offers a large community feel despite its urban setting. The university's residential life and sports programs provide ample opportunities for students to engage with their peers.
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 7.4%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
UPenn-Wharton has a highly competitive acceptance rate of 7.4%, making it essential for applicants to have strong academic records and stand out through extracurricular activities and personal statements.
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: 7.4%
💡Latest cutoff: GPA avg=3.13, p25=3.13, p75=3.13 (n=1)
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school