Graduate and Professional Programs

Penn pioneered professional education in the U.S. and continues to set the pace today with outstanding graduate and professional programs.

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Degree Programs

Penn’s more than 300 graduate and professional programs emphasize integrating knowledge across disciplines. Over 17,000 graduate and professional students are pursuing these degree and certificate opportunities. Explore the University’s graduate offerings and learn more about admissions and academic requirements.

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Graduate Student Center

Centrally located along Locust Walk, the Graduate Student Center offers resources, activities, support, and advocacy to empower graduate and professional students to fully participate in the Penn community.

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Valuing Graduate Students

The Valuing Graduate Students website provides a comprehensive overview of the many benefits and programs that support graduate student life, research, career advancement, and work-life balance across campus.

Graduate School Populations (Fall 2025)

Annenberg School for Communication 69

School of Arts and Sciences 2,112

School of Dental Medicine 852

Weitzman School of Design 714

Graduate School of Education 1,707

School of Engineering and Applied Science 5,139

Carey Law School 970

Perelman School of Medicine 2,164

School of Nursing 798

School of Social Policy & Practice 493

School of Veterinary Medicine 607

The Wharton School 2,523