Can anybody provide a breakdown or a resource for current admission statistics at Penn? Like GPA, SAT/ACT scores, etc. Just trying to understand my odds here.
Sure, here are some commonly cited statistics for the University of Pennsylvania:
- The acceptance rate for the University of Pennsylvania stands around 6%. This rate of acceptance can vary each year depending on the applicant pool, so it's only a rough estimate.
- The middle 50% range for SAT scores of admitted students is typically between 1500 and 1570. Remember, these scores are for students who chose to submit their scores, since UPenn is test-optional for the 2024-2025 application cycle. The policy might be different in the future years.
- For students who chose to submit their ACT scores, the middle 50% range is typically between 34 and 35.
- GPAs are harder to specify due to the variety of high school grading policies. However, most successful applicants have high school GPAs that are exceptionally strong.
- Extracurricular involvement is hard to quantify, but as per general trends observed, successful UPenn applicants usually have high involvement in 8-10 activities, with a "spike" or high-degree of achievement in one particular area.
Remember, the above statistics are just benchmarks and having scores in these ranges does not guarantee admission. Conversely, students with lower scores are still accepted each year. Admission to Penn, like many Ivy League institutions, is a holistic process and depends on a variety of factors, not just test scores and GPA. They will take into account your essays, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, and demonstrated interest, among other factors.
Also, the requirements can vary across different Penn schools. For instance, if you are applying to a specialized program such as the M&T program, the Huntsman Program, or the Nursing School, those may have different expectations. Therefore, it is always advisable to research thoroughly and get precise information from the official university website or reach out to the university's admissions department.
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