University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA · private nonprofit · 10,650 undergraduates
University of Pennsylvania is a private nonprofit university in Philadelphia, PA with highly selective admissions, admitting about 5% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
5%
SAT (middle 50%)
1510–1570
ACT (middle 50%)
34–36
Avg net price
$28,699/yr
sticker $89,028
Graduation rate
97%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
10,650
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What is University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?
University of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of about 5%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for University of Pennsylvania?
The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Pennsylvania scored between 1510–1570 on the SAT (ACT 34–36).
How much does University of Pennsylvania cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $28,699 per year at University of Pennsylvania after financial aid, versus a published cost of $89,028.
What is the graduation rate at University of Pennsylvania?
About 97% of students at University of Pennsylvania graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.