The University of Pennsylvania’s acceptance rate for the most recent admissions cycle was approximately 5.9%. This highly selective rate reflects the institution’s competitive admissions process, which evaluates academic excellence, extracurricular involvement, and personal essays.
Penn, an Ivy League school, receives tens of thousands of applications yearly, with admitted students typically ranking in the top percentile of their high school classes. Factors like legacy status or exceptional talents may influence outcomes, but the primary focus remains on holistic review.
