University of Pennsylvania

If you want to apply to UPenn, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is January 5 and the application fee is $75.

Students who submit their applications to UPenn for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than April 1.

UPenn Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of UPenn's admissions stats.

UPenn 2022	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	93%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	49%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	30%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Pennsylvania Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Pennsylvania.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes		December 15
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	January 15	April 1

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Considering Applying Early to UPenn?

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UPenn offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

The early decision acceptance rate at UPenn is 15%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 6%. In 2022, UPenn admitted 1183 of the 7961 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply to college early to boost their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on University of Pennsylvania Admissions

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Transferring to University of Pennsylvania

For more information on transferring to University of Pennsylvania, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to UPenn

In 2022, UPenn waitlisted 3,933 students and 2,753 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 121 eventually received an admissions offer.

What Does UPenn Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at UPenn

Wondering what factors are considered by UPenn during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with UPenn for more information on admission factors.

UPenn 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to UPenn, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with UPenn's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into UPenn?

UPenn has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school. UPenn considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 28% submitted a class rank. At UPenn 93% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 98% were in the top 25% and 100% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Pennsylvania, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	52%
3.75 and 3.99	36%
3.50 and 3.74	6%
3.25 and 3.49	4%
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to UPenn directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

UPenn looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

UPenn is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 49% of UPenn's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 30% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for UPenn?

To be competitive with other UPenn applicants, you should aim to score between 720 and 770 (or higher!) on the SAT. At UPenn 25% of admitted students scored higher than 770 and 25% of scored lower than 720, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of UPenn students scored 35 or higher and 75% of students scored 760 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of UPenn students scored 800 or higher, and 75% scored a 760 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for UPenn?

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to University of Pennsylvania

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 15. Applicants should hear back by May 15.

Transfer students can enroll in UPenn during the following terms:

• Fall Term

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UPenn Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to UPenn?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to UPenn.

Does UPenn accept transfer credits?

✅ UPenn accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to UPenn?

❌ No, UPenn is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is UPenn's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for UPenn is 6%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at UPenn?

✅ UPenn's early decision acceptance rate was 15% in 2021.

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