Penn Engineering
The average engineering class size is 30 students, although the number ranges from around 10 to 85. In a few cases, the largest class size is around 150.
All students should declare a major no later than then end of their first year – May 15.
The BSE is a professional engineering degree. The BAS is a degree for students planning careers in fields other than engineering for which a strong foundation in technology is highly desired.
Yes. In fact, approximately 20 percent of Penn Engineering undergraduates pursue dual degree programs with the College, Wharton, or Nursing. In addition to regular dual degree options, certain “coordinated dual degree” programs have been established, leading to two bachelor’s degrees. Learn more.
Exceptional students may apply to a graduate program during their junior year. If accepted, certain approved classes taken during the senior year may count towards both the undergraduate and graduate degree. Penn Engineering undergraduates may also pursue sub-matriculation admission into the following schools:
Yes, ample research opportunities are available in virtually every field throughout all four years. In fact, all students are required to produce a Senior Design project based on research as a graduation requirement.
All students take a minimum of seven Social Science and Humanities courses.
Yes. Not only are you able, but we strongly encourage you to do so. Penn undergraduates may take courses from any of Penn’s 12 schools, which are all located on the same physical campus. This includes opportunities in law, medicine, education, social work,nursing, along with arts and sciences and business.
Yes, students are strongly encouraged to participate in an international experience either through traditional study abroad programs, summer abroad experiences, or international internships.
All engineering classes are taught by engineering faculty members.
Students are not required to provide their own computer, however many do, as it is more convenient for them. Computer consultants are available on campus.
There were approximately 17,600 freshman applications for the Class of 2029.
The average class size is 400 freshmen.
Yes, Penn offers Early Decision. Applications must be received no later than November 1st.
Applications for Regular Decision must be received no later than January 1st.
Absolutely not! You will need to clearly articulate your engineering interests however.
