University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA, USA

✓ SEVP Certified

Test Optional

STEM Designated

OPT Available

CPT Available

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About Penn

The University of Pennsylvania, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1740, occupies an urban campus in West Philadelphia that flows naturally into the city. Penn is distinctive for its strongly pre-professional culture and four undergraduate schools, including the Wharton School of business which has admitted undergraduates since 1881. Cross-school dual degrees are a hallmark, and despite being need-aware for international applicants, Penn commits to meeting 100% of demonstrated need with grant-based aid for those it does admit.

Location

Philadelphia, PA, USA

SEVP & Work Rights

SEVP Certified Institution

OPT Available: Yes
CPT Available: Yes
STEM Designated: Yes (24-month OPT extension eligible)

Key Stats

Acceptance Rate: 4.9%
Total Students: 29,109
International %: 24.0%
Campus Setting: Urban
Student/faculty ratio: 8:1

Admissions

SAT (average): 1553
SAT EBRW (25th-75th): 740 - 770
SAT Math (25th-75th): 770 - 800
ACT (midpoint): 34
ACT (25th-75th): 34 - 36

Outcomes

Freshman retention: 99%
Graduation rate (6yr): 97%
Median earnings (10yr): $111,371

Profile

Classification: Doctoral / Research University
Endowment: $22348M
Avg net price (after aid): $28,699/yr

Rankings

US News: #7
QS World: #15
Times Higher Ed: #14

Test Requirements

TOEFL

Required

Minimum score: 100

For: Master's

Standard postgraduate minimum.

IELTS