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University of Pennsylvania Rankings 2025

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#10 in USA

#20 in MS in USA

  • Private University
  • Institute Icon299 acre campus
  • Estd. 1740
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UPenn
Ranking Highlights

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Q:   How is the University of Pennsylvania ranked?

A: 

According to the Shiksha grading, the overall ranking of the UPenn University is A+. In terms of subjects, Finance and Business Analytics are some of the top majors offered in the University of Pennsylvania Upenn and rank in the A+ and A+ category respectively.

Given below are the ranks attained by the University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia:

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Shiksha Ranking 2024

Overall University Ranking

A+

Finance

A+

Business Analytics

A+

Biology

A

Biomedical Engineering

A

Business Economics

A

Entrepreneurship

A

Mechanical Engineering

A

Chemical Engineering

B+

Electrical Engineering

B+

Mathematics

B+

Physics

B+

IT & Systems

C+

Supply Chain

C+

Politics

C+

Q:   Is it hard to get into the University of Pennsylvania?

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Yes, the University of Pennsylvania is an extremely competitive university to get into, as its acceptance rate stands at merely 6%. This figure tells us that only 6 out of every 100 applicants manage to get enrolled in the university, which is less than half of all the applicants. However, students must not get discouraged and fulfill all the University of Pennsylvania UPenn admission requirements, i.e.; academic qualifications, standardized test scores, English language requirements, as well as relevant documents, to boost their chances of securing an admission in the university. Also, students must apply to the university within the deadlines in order to get enrolled as a student.

UPenn
University Ranking

Shiksha

#10

US News Ranking

#10

QS Ranking

#11

THE Ranking

#14

ARWU Ranking

#14
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Course Ranking

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#20
Shiksha popularity rankingMS
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#20

US News

#8

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#17

QS

#19
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Specializations in MS Program

Biomedical Engineering

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#10

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#8
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Biology

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#15

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#17

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#19
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Shiksha popularity rankingMBA/PGDM
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#4

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#1

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#1

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#2
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Specializations in MBA/PGDM Program

Supply Chain

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#19

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#14
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IT & Systems

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#23

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#9
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Shiksha popularity rankingB.E. / B.Tech
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#12
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Specializations in B.E. / B.Tech Program

Biomedical Engineering

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#10

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#12
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Computer Science Engineering

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#18

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#25
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Commonly asked questions
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Q:   How can Indian students get into the University of Pennsylvania?

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In order to secure an admission, all the overseas applicants must fulfill the University of Pennsylvania entry requirements for international students listed below:

Undergraduate Requirements:

Graduate Requirements:

Q:   Which one is better for MBA - Harvard Business School or Wharton Business School?

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Harvard Business School of Harvard University as well as the Wharton Business School of the University of Pennsylvania are one of the top three business schools in the world and thus getting a degree from either of these is equally prestigious. In terms of rankings, the Wharton Business School has an upper hand. However, Harvard Business School offers more affordable education.

We have given below a comprehensive comparison of both the business schools below:

ParticularsHarvard Business SchoolThe Wharton School
QS Global MBA Ranking 2024#3#2
Acceptance Rate3.4%5.9%
Average Package

Median Base Salary: USD 175,000 (INR 1.45 Cr)

Median Signing Bonus: USD 30,000 (INR 25 L)

Annual Base Salary: USD 175,000 (INR 1.45 Cr)

Signing Bonus: USD 30,000 (INR 25 L)

Guaranteed Bonus: USD 30,000 (INR 25 L)

First-year Tuition FeesINR 18 L - 62 LINR 35 L - 73 L

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.17

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University of Pennsylvania US News & World Report Ranking 2025

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1514– / –
National University7610
Best Graduate Law Schools64– / –
Best Graduate Medical Schools203– / –
Best Graduate Nursing Schools43– / –
Best UG Biomedical Engineering Schools101012
Biomedical Engineering PG88– / –
Chemical Engineering PG1919– / –
Computer Engineering PG– / –20– / –
Electrical Engineering PG2820– / –
Entrepreneurship MBA
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Finance MBA
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Graduate Business School
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Information Systems MBA
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MBA Business Analytics
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43– / –
Mechanical Engineering PG1717– / –
Supply Chain Management MBA
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1514– / –
UG Business111
UG Computer Engineering2025– / –
UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering201719
UG Mechanical Engineering202021

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University of Pennsylvania THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025

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University of Pennsylvania FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2025

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University of Pennsylvania QS Ranking 2025

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Accounting and Finance
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88– / –
Architecture and Built Environment4044– / –
Art and Design101151– / –
Biological Sciences2119– / –
Communication and Media Studies77– / –
Engineering and Technology
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Global MBA
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Law and Legal Studies2729– / –
Mathematics3739– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering5185– / –
Medicine1616– / –
Nursing11– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology5144– / –
Physics and Astronomy5160– / –
Politics5151– / –
Sociology3736– / –

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141614
Arts and Humanities1617– / –
Clinical and Health1510– / –
Engineering
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Law3421– / –
Life Sciences2117– / –
PG Business and Economics
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PG Computer Science
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3534– / –
Psychology98– / –
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University of Pennsylvania ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025

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Law43– / –
Mathematics101101– / –
Nursing11– / –
Physics4343– / –
Political Sciences1310– / –
Sociology3822– / –

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UPenn
Bloomberg Ranking 2024

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Best Business School USA
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UPenn
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.5/5
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Vibe of Campus
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  • Multi-dimensional
  • Stressful
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Student Views
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships2.8
Part time work4
Post study jobs3.2
Quality of faculty4.2
Student Life3.3
Value for money3.3
Public transportation4.7
Safety2.8
Indian Food3.3
Permanent Immigration3
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Priyanshu Mittal Verified Icon
MSE Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics - Batch of 2024
3.7
Give a second thought before applying.
Tips: The university life here is very much different from that in India. At least in engineering, students spend most of their time completing assignments and completing lectures. UPenn doesn't offer scholarships to Master's students but you can apply for part-time job as soon as you are on campus which will help you meet your living costs. Though the city is great, I would advise anybody who is coming to definitely give it a second thought as the job market right now is not good and doesn't look like will be better soon.
Likes (Public transportation): Philadelphia has buses, inter and intra-city trains, subways as well as trams. Also, it is easy to get cabs. Philadelphia as a city is small, hence, it is easy to go from one place to another through public transport. Furthermore, the university is located in the heart so one can go to most places by walking or cycling.
Dislikes (Value for money): Being an IVY League, the fee for the program is a lot. But compared to other universities UPenn doesn't have affiliation with the working industry. So the students don't get any benefit while looking for jobs in the market. At least in the US going to cheaper universities would be a better choice
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Rajnish Gupta Verified Icon
Scientific Computing, MSE - Batch of 0
3.5
Best learning experience.
Tips: The University might not exactly be what you expected. It is a great learning experience, and there are a lot of things to do, that it can become overwhelming and stressful at times. But if I were to choose to do it again, at some other time, with a better job market, I would. Try not to get distracted by a lot of things you see around you, as that can happen initially.
Likes (Public transportation): Philly has great and affordable public transport, you can reach pretty much anywhere in 30-40 mins, and most places of interest, downtown can be accessed in 10-15mins through the subway from University, and the transport runs at longer hours, although not the safest way to travel during certain hours the day if you're alone, but that comes in safety as per the city. The connectivity and timing itself are great.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are no Indian food options in University dining, and in general Indian food options around Philly are although not limited, but are not excellent, or anywhere close to what you can find in cities like NYC, Jersey or Chicago. There is a lot of frozen food at Indian Stores, but that is not the most healthy option out there.
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Rohan Nagesh Verified Icon
Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2025
2.7
The university has a good campus and loads of resources to live a wholesome student life.
Tips: The university is expensive and the city is not really that safe. The workload is high with a lot of assignments. The university offers a diverse range of courses but lacks concentration on one. Prospects of engineering jobs are low with not many university recruiters approaching students for post-study options.
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MSE Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering - Batch of 2024
3.6
Biotech research powerhouse. Amazing opportunities.
Tips: For the CBE department, most research is in the biotech sector and so are the jobs and internships. Professors are very nice and will help you if you ask for it. The courses are tough but are of very high quality. However, the CBE courses are very theoretical.
Dislikes (Safety): Philadelphia is not a very safe city. There are lots of break-ins and thefts. Cycles parked outside will get stolen even if locked. The Penn campus is very safe with good security. Penn also has shuttles that run at night and walking escorts for student safety.
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Robotics, MSE - Batch of 2024
4.3
Lots of work and hard courses but great program. Effort is respected
Tips: The classes consist of diverse ethnicities and you hence experience an initial cultural shock. Scholarships are not available for MS students. RA opportunities are also very selective for MS students. TA opportunities are much easier to come by. Quite happy with my choice of university.
Likes (Student Life): Regular socializing events are conducted on campus. Study environment is not too stressful. Happy hours are organized once a month by every department and apart from that all the festivities also have an associated event. Regional festivities are dealt with by the Pan-Asian community and it depends on their yearly budget.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Hard to find a job that sponsors H1B. The green card process is another big headache. H1B is got through a lottery system and is then renewed every 3 years until you are eligible to apply for a green card. And you need to hold the green card for a certain number of years before you are eligible for citizenship.
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Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2024
3
Challenging and Stressful but equally rewarding experience at this college.
Tips: There are no scholarships available and there is no significant cultural shift. Transitioning with respect to weather may take time. Overall, university courses are good but challenging, and finding jobs and internship can be difficult. While on-campus jobs are available and helpful, they do not offer any tuition fee waivers.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at this college are highly approachable and knowledgeable. They employ an intuitive teaching method and assign practical tasks. The teaching faculty is mostly of Asian and American background representing all types of specializations in Electrical engineering. The courses are rather challenging and not easy.
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UPenn University is one of the top choices among international students due to the university's world-class programs, an impressive return on investment, vibrant campus life, and more. As per the reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the university has obtained the following stars:

ParametersStars (Shiksha Reviews)
Overall3.5
Public Transportation4.7
Quality of Faculty4.2
Part-time Work4.0
Value for Money3.3
Indian Food3.3
Student Life3.3
Post-study Jobs3.2
Permanent Immigration3.0
Safety2.8
Internships2.8

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Shruti Mishra

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Indian students at UPenn get the access to a wide world of opportunities. As per the reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the university offers one of the best campus life in USA. From academics and sports facilities to meal options and the student affairs team, everything is readily available for

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Mukul Vimal

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Pennsylvania University is globally renowned for offering world-class programs and attracts students from all over the globe. As per the UPenn University reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the academic environment is a bit hectic, but the results are worth it. Reviews say that the teaching menth

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Nishtha Pruthi

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To apply to UPenn UG courses, the applicants can apply via Common App or Coalition App. A few of the application requirements are:

  • The applicants must have a secondary school
  • High school transcripts
  • English language proficiency score
  • Essays and short answers
  • Letters of recommendation
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Rupali Singh

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Widely popular among the Business and Management enthusiasts all over the world, the Wharton School ranking stay high in the list of the best Business schools. According to US World and News, the Business programs of the University of Pennsylvania which are provided under Wharton, are ranked #1 amon

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University CityPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Population of City15,80,863

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3701 Chestnut Street,Suite 1W
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104

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