University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Philadelphia, PA · Large city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 10,650 |
| Acceptance rate | 5% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1500–1570 · 48% submit |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 34–35 |
| Testing policy | Required |
| Graduation rate | 97% |
| First-year retention | 98% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 8:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $89,028 |
| Application fee | $75 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Early Decision: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 5, 2027
Most popular majors: Business, Social sciences, Biology, Health professions & nursing, Engineering.
Penn campus map
On campus
University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, Drexel University, Class of 1923 Arena, Walnut Street West, Franklin Field, W. W. Hagerty Library, Fisher Fine Arts Library, Penn Museum, Meiklejohn Stadium.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Han Dynasty, Allegro Pizza, Callahan's Grille, Poke Burri, Ambrosia, Thai Square
- Coffee: Haraz Coffee House, Molly Tea, Corner Bakery, Rowhome Coffee, Rival Bros Coffee Bar, Starbucks
- Nightlife: Tempo, Human Robot, Prime Fusion Afro Grill and Lounge, Grace Tavern, The SideCar Bar & Grille
- Shops: House of Our Own Books, Blk Ivy, Scrub Pro Uniforms
- Museums and culture: Penn-Drexel Newman Center, Community Education Center, Schuylkill River Park Farmers Market, Hamilton Mansion, Fitler Square Farmers Market, West Philadelphia Community Center
- Groceries: The Fresh Grocer, Giant, South Square Market
- Parks: The Lawn at uCity Square, Schuylkill Banks, 40th St Trolley Portal Gardens, Markward Recreation Center, Highline Dog Park, Large Breed Dog Park
Nearest train: 37th Street, 36th Street, 33rd Street, Penn Medicine.