✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 1, 2026
Early Decision
Binding
Closed
Jan 5, 2027
Regular Decision
Non-binding
56 days left
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“Early Decision Deadline: November 1, 2026”
Application
Common App, Coalition Application, QuestBridge
Testing
SAT or ACT scores are required.
Essays
3 essay prompts listed on the official page
Fee
$75
Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.
School of Nursing
Penn undergraduate school; single-degree choice
Separate admission
College of Arts and Sciences
The College of Arts and Sciences is designed to foster discovery and connection.
Separate admission
The Wharton School
Wharton prepares its students to make an impact by applying business methods and economic theory to real-world problems
Separate admission
Penn Engineering
Penn Engineering prepares its students to become leaders in technology
Separate admission
- Tuition & fees
- $71,236
- Median earnings, 10 yrs
- $121,687
- 6-year graduation
- 97%