Ivy League
University of Pennsylvania
Admissions Data
Acceptance Rate
5.4%
SAT Total Middle 50%
1510–1580
ERW 750–780 · Math 760–800
ACT Composite Middle 50%
34–36
Interview
Not offered
GPA
Average GPA is approximately 3.9 (unweighted).
Admissions Factors
From the Common Data Set — how each factor is weighted in the admissions process:
Deadlines & Requirements
Deadlines
Early Decision: November 1; Regular Decision: January 5
Requirements
Common App or Coalition App; $75 application fee; Test-optional policy; Counselor recommendation and two teacher recommendations required; School-specific supplemental essays required.
Additional Notes
Penn maintains a test-optional policy for undergraduate admissions. The university practices need-blind admission for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
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