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Location: Philadelphia, PA
Tuition:$35,916
Room & Board:$10,208
Student Body Size: 10,163
Admission Difficulty: Very Hard
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Posted on Academics by Anonymous

The teachers are absolutely...

"The teachers are absolutely fantastic! Every single one I've ever had was very approachable, and office hours are usually right after class. I've only had one who I would call boring, but I've had many who I would call..."

Posted on 8/31/2009

Posted on Overall Experience by cookierebes

Penn was the best choice I...

"Penn was the best choice I ever made. As a prospective student, I got into several other Ivy League schools, but I ultimately chose Penn for its strong academics, as well as the context in which these academics are placed. ..."

Posted on 5/27/2009

Posted on Safety & Security by hstuckey

Though the school is in West...

"Though the school is in West Philadelphia, the security at Penn is phenomenal. There is security at the entrance of every dorm, and you can't walk a block without seeing a guard on a bike. Blue light phone are all over..."

Posted on 4/15/2009

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Posted on Campus Dining by Anonymous

The dining halls are, as one...

"The dining halls are, as one would expect of college food, mediocre. They’re not the worst, and they are actually pretty decent for what they are, but the reused menu options become quite nauseating halfway through a..."

Posted on 11/19/2008

Posted on Local Atmosphere by Anonymous

Believe it or not, the city...

"Believe it or not, the city of Philly has a lot to offer. You can head down to King of Prussia or Liberty Place for some nice shopping, or you can go down to South Street or Penn’s Landing to check out some very interesting..."

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"Most professors are highly-accessible and passionate about their respective fields. They welcome questions and are able to effectively stimulate student interest in their courses."

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