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First Year Application
- How can my recommender submit a letter of recommendation if they are not affiliated with my school?
- How should applicants use the additional information sections of the Common Application and Coalition application? What are some examples of cases in which the admissions committee might find additional information helpful?
- What should I do if I do not have access to a counselor?
- What does Penn look for in its first year applicants?
- What are the requirements to apply to Penn?
- What are the deadlines to apply to Penn as a first year student?
Transfer Applicants
- How can my recommender submit a letter of recommendation?
- Where can I find requirements and deadlines for transfer admission?
- Are there specific requirements I need to meet in order to be eligible to transfer to Penn?
- When will I receive a credit evaluation to see which of my classes will transfer to Penn?
- How do I submit my transfer application college report?
- How do I submit my transfer application mid-term report?
Financial Aid
- How do I apply for financial aid?
- When will I learn how much financial aid I am receiving?
- How can I learn how much aid I might receive?
- Does Penn consider my ability to pay when making admissions decisions?
- What does Penn mean by grant-based aid? Does this mean I will never take out a loan?
- Does Penn award merit aid or merit scholarships?
Coordinated Dual Degree (CDD) Programs
- Can I apply to more than one Coordinated Dual Degree (CDD) program?
- How does Early Decision work for Coordinated Dual Degrees (CDDs)? Can I apply Early Decision to a CDD, but Regular Decision to a single degree?
- Does it hurt my chances for my single degree if I am not admitted to a Coordinated Dual Degree (CDD)? Is there a competitive advantage or disadvantage to applying to a CDD?
Testing
- If I am applying with the Coalition Application, how may I submit my SAT Subject Test scores?
- May I submit ACT or SAT scores after the testing deadlines?
- What should I do if I am unable to see my test scores in my Common Application PDF?
- What is the required testing to apply to Penn?
- Is standardized testing required to be eligible for scholarships?
- Is there a minimum test score for admission?
Interviews
- Where can I find information about the interview process?
- What is the purpose of the alumni interview?
- How should I prepare for my interview?
- I have not been contacted for an interview, what should I do?
- I was offered a virtual interview, can I receive an in-person interview instead?
- What should I wear to my interview?
International Applicants
- Do domestic and international students fill out the same application?
- Are international applications reviewed according to nationality or high school location?
- If I am a dual citizen, should I note both citizenships on my application?
- If I have attended high schools both in the United States and internationally, which transcripts do you require?
- If I am in the process of applying for permanent residency status in the United States, how does this affect my application?
- Are international students required to take the TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test?
QuestBridge
- If I rank Penn for the QuestBridge National College Match (NCM) and I am matched with Penn, is the decision binding?
- Do I have a better chance of being admitted to Penn if I apply through the QuestBridge National College Match (NCM)?
- How many students match with Penn through the QuestBridge National College Match (NCM)?
- Can I reuse an essay from my QuestBridge application for my Penn Supplement?
- What is the last testing date Penn will accept for the QuestBridge National College Match (NCM)?
- If I ranked Penn for the QuestBridge National College Match (NCM) but was not matched at any school, will Penn still consider my application?
Members of the United States Armed Forces
- Does Penn participate in the Yellow Ribbon program?
- Does Penn provide application fee waivers for active duty personnel and veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces?
- Does Penn accept Chapter 33 and Chapter 35 veteran benefits?
- How do I apply to Penn as a veteran? Does Penn have certain admission application requirements for veterans?
- How can I, in the application process, share more about the qualifications and previous experiences that would make me a good fit for Penn?
- Will Penn accept letters of recommendation from a supervisor?