Academics

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Penn’s academics are boosted by its inherent culture and ecosystem of innovation. You name it, if it’s cutting-edge, the University’s faculty—and students—have their hands in it. Grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and enriched by the integrated resources of four undergraduate and 12 graduate schools, Penn offers students an unparalleled education informed by inclusivity, intellectual rigor, research, and the impetus to create new knowledge to the benefit of individuals and communities around the world.

Penn's 12 Schools

Penn’s 12 schools include some of the top-rated undergraduate and graduate programs in the world.

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2021-22 University Catalog

The University Catalog provides information for current and prospective students about all of Penn’s undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs, as well as academic policies and resources. The Catalog also provides a listing, by subject, of course offerings across the campus at all levels of education.

University Catalog
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Global Initiatives

Penn is more global now than at any point in its history. The University seeks to ensure that its students engage meaningfully with the world through courses, internships, and research projects; as well as through their majors and professional specializations.

Global Initiatives
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Penn Libraries

Explore Penn’s extensive library collection, research guides and support, special collections, online exhibits, and more.

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Interdisciplinary Education

With all 12 of Penn’s schools on one contiguous campus, it’s often that researchers and students are reaching across boundaries for their work and study. Interdisciplinary opportunities at Penn allow students to express their academic creativity and discover new ways of synthesizing information.

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Summer Programs

Penn Summer offers Penn students, alumni, high school students, and visiting students opportunities to dive into exciting subjects and get ahead in academic pursuits—on campus, online, or abroad.

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Naval ROTC Program

The NROTC program educates and trains qualified young men and women for service as commissioned officers in the Navy and Marine Corps.

Academic Events

Academic Calendar