The benefits of studying at UPenn
World ranking
This Ivy League university placed 13th in the US News Best Global University Rankings 2022 with a 5.9% acceptance rate.
Wharton School of Business
UPenn is home to Wharton, one of the most prestigious business schools in the world and is tied for first place in US News' Best Business Schools.
Residential College Housing
UPenn has 12 college houses, each residential community is unique and has its own personality, activities, and traditions.
Notable alumni
UPenn's famous alumni include Elon Musk, Warren Buffett and Noam Chomsky.
Extracurriculars
Penn is home to over 450 student groups, one of which is The Daily Pennsylvanian, the student-run newspaper that has been published daily since 1894.
Employability
UPenn graduates enjoy high rates of employment and opportunity thanks to its reputation and illustrious alumni network.
Did you know?
The annual tuition fees for UPenn are over $56,000. UPenn is need-aware for international applicants, which means that the university will take into account your ability to pay when assessing your application.
What is UPenn looking for?
Established in 1740, UPenn is an Ivy League college situated in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It attracts students who are looking to study Business or Engineering and they "look for students who aspire to develop and refine their talents and abilities within Penn’s liberal arts-based, practical, and interdisciplinary learning environment".
Each year, thousands of ambitious students apply for a place at UPenn, but the competition is notoriously fierce. So, how do you know if you have what it takes to compete? Book a complimentary university strategy meeting with the Crimson team today and find out!
What Admissions Officers are looking for
Top US universities are looking for the leaders and change-makers of tomorrow. As a result, they attract - and seek - well-rounded students who are not only eager to learn but likely to inspire others.
Whilst strong academics are a must, students must also demonstrate extracurricular engagement and clear personal qualities.
In short, good grades are not enough!
Academics
Alongside A/A* grades top universities would look for 1500+ SAT / 32+ ACT scores. However good scores alone are not enough to gain you admission!
Extracurriculars
They want to see evidence of consistent extracurricular engagement in something you're passionate about. They also want to see evidence of leadership; students who take on responsibility and inspire those around them.
Essays
This is your opportunity for the Admissions Officer to really get to know you, it's a reflective, creative and personal essay. But, they are more interested in the effect the event had on you than the story itself.
Personal qualities
Admissions Officers want to ensure that their university is the best fit for both you and them. They are looking for students that will compliment both the classroom dormitory atmosphere.
Crimson is here to help!
Applying to top US universities is a difficult task which is why so many students seek external support.
Each of our programmes are tailored to the student and are delivered by a carefully selected team of mentors who provide focussed support with each and every aspect of the process.
We are proud to say that students who work with us are four times as likely to get into their dream university than those who apply alone.
By speaking to one of our Academic Advisors you will receive;
- A full review of your academic and extracurricular profile
- Tailored guidance as to suitable university pathways
- An outline of what they need to do to achieve their goals
University strategy
Multi-year support with application preparation and submission with the help of a personalised roadmap.
Admission test tutoring
One-to-one sessions covering test content, technique and confidence for the best chance of getting a great score.
Essay development
Support with essay statement ideation, tone, language and structure as well as multi-draft feedback.
Extracurricular mentoring
Extracurricular and leadership project planning, execution and reporting to ensure passion and impact are demonstrated in the application.
Interview preparation
Coaching on how to answer common questions and communicate a story persuasively.
Financial aid and scholarship strategy
Guidance on the options, requirements and help completing necessary paperwork.
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