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University of Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$90,555

Acceptance Rate

6%

Graduation Rate

97%

Annual Tuition

$66,104

At a Glance

Total Students

10,768

Retention Rate

98%

Faculty Ratio

8

Financial Aid

10%

Median Debt

$15,715

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

The University of Pennsylvania is a private, non-profit institution with a highly selective acceptance rate of 5.9%. The university enrolls 10,768 students and boasts a high graduation rate of 96.5% and a strong retention rate of 98.1%. The annual in-state tuition is $66,104, and 10.1% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of the University of Pennsylvania experience strong early career earnings. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $86,069, increasing to $90,555 after five years, and $111,371 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $15,715.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$86k

1 YEAR

$91k

5 YEARS

$111k

10 YEARS

Top 1% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Pennsylvania graduates earn a median salary of $86,069. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $90,555. Ten years after graduation, the median salary increases to $111,371. The median debt for graduates is $15,715.

The University of Pennsylvania has a high retention rate of 98.1% and a high graduation rate of 96.5%. The university has an acceptance rate of 5.9% and a student population of 10,768. 10.1% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia, PA 19104-6303

University of Pennsylvania is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of 5.9%.