University of Pennsylvania
About
The University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), located in Philadelphia, is one of the Ivy League schools, founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1740. The Wharton School is ranked the #1 business school in the world. UPenn also ranks among the top in the U.S. in the fields of nursing, education, law, and medicine. The Wharton School's undergraduate program is one of the most selective undergraduate business programs in the world. The campus is marked by the Benjamin Franklin statue and the Locust Walk quadrangle.
⭐ Highlights
- #1 Wharton School worldwide
- Founded by Benjamin Franklin
- Ivy League institution
- #1 School of Nursing in the U.S.
- Located in downtown Philadelphia
📚 Top Programs
💰 Fees
💼 Career Outcomes
Graduates have top-tier global employment competitiveness, with a large number of students entering top investment banks, tech giants, management consulting firms, and leading research institutions. Average starting salaries are at the highest level in the industry, and the alumni network spans key positions across all industries worldwide.
📋 Admission Information
🎓Undergraduate Admission
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Language Requirement | TOEFL 100+ (iBT/new TOEFL Band 5+), IELTS 7.5+ |
| Standardized Tests | SAT 1500-1570 or ACT 34-35 (under Test-Optional policy) |
| GPA | Unweighted GPA 3.9+/4.0 |
📄 Required Materials
Common App
Submit via the Common Application
UPenn supplementary essays
Specific essay prompts are available for each respective school (Wharton/Arts and Sciences/Engineering/Nursing)
Main essay
650-word personal statement
Extracurricular activities
Up to 10 activities
Letters of recommendation
2 academic recommendation letters
Academic transcript
Transcripts for grades 9 to 12
Interview (optional)
Alumni interview
🎯Graduate Admission
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Language Requirement | TOEFL 100+ (iBT Band 5+), IELTS 7.5+; some programs require a speaking/writing score of 26+, the average TOEFL score for admitted Wharton MBA applicants is approximately 110 |
| Standardized Tests | Wharton MBA requires GMAT 740+, recommended GRE score 330+. Other schools recommend a GRE score of 323+ |
| GPA | Undergraduate GPA 3.6+/4.0 |
📄 Required Materials
Online Application
Submit through the corresponding school
Statement of Purpose
Subject to program requirements
CV/Resume
Detailed curriculum vitae
Recommendation Letters
2-3 letters (MBA programs require professional recommenders)
Academic Transcripts
Transcripts for all post-secondary education
Standardized Test Scores
According to program requirements
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