A
Excellent
Score: 81/100

University of Pennsylvania

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104
🌐 www.upenn.edu/
Outcomes
A+
98/100
Affordability
F
27/100
Resources
A+
93/100
Experience
A+
90/100
Prestige
A+
97/100

Quick Stats

28,711
Total Enrollment
97%
Graduation Rate
98%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
6%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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  • Avg home value near campus: $217,665
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,706/mo — vs ~$1,352/mo campus room rate

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🏆 Where University of Pennsylvania Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
of 99 schools
🥈
Financial Analytics
of 10 schools
#5
Computer and Information Sciences, General
of 100 schools
#8
Law
of 100 schools
#9
Business Administration and Management, General
of 100 schools
#9
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering
of 100 schools
#11
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other
of 100 schools
#15
Management Science
of 100 schools
#17
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools
#23
Computer Science
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $58,620 $58,620
Room $12,166
Board $6,330
Total Cost (On-Campus) $89,028 $89,028

Financial Aid

62%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
12%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

28,711
Total Students
56%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Hispanic 8%
Black 7%
Asian 19%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 24%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 84%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%
Fully Online 11%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Pennsylvania?
University of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of 6%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend University of Pennsylvania?
Tuition at University of Pennsylvania is $58,620 for in-state students and $58,620 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Pennsylvania?
The graduation rate at University of Pennsylvania is 97%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is University of Pennsylvania a good school?
University of Pennsylvania has a Repit College Score of 81/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend University of Pennsylvania?
University of Pennsylvania has a total enrollment of 28,711 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology