Students seem to be extremely content and do not regret their decision to come to Penn, even though the school definitely has a pre-professional feel. Despite this fact, it is extremely common to find yourself in an intellectual conversation, and the students really do work hard, while remembering that college is about fun as well. The opportunities provided at Penn are astounding; in fact there is almost too much to do. Most students base the reasons for their happiness around the people, the academics, the urban environment, and the endless opportunities. People who enjoy their experience at Penn tend to appreciate city life, socializing, and a busy schedule. Usually, students do not hesitate to endorse Penn, and many feel that everyone should love the school as much as they do.
Many adults call their years as an undergraduate the best four years of their lives. Penn students certainly can not make that prediction so soon, but most would agree that their time at Penn has been the best years of their life so far. Obviously, Penn is not the school for everyone, but the student body consists of interesting, intelligent, and well-rounded people, which creates a stimulating and fun environment for most. If you come to Penn, I can almost guarantee that you will meet fascinating people, find something to be passionate about, and enjoy the benefits of living in a vibrant city. You can also feel confident that an education from Penn will prepare you for what lies beyond your undergraduate years. The Penn Overall Experience is defined by the combination of the rich history and academic rigor of an Ivy League school and the school spirit and propensity for socializing of many other schools. This “work hard, play hard” mentality is what many Quakers, and prospective Quakers, find so appealing.
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Weather at University of Pennsylvania
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Bizarre Year
This year was kind of odd in terms of weather. There was a lot of fluctuation from season to season, dry spells to thunderstorms, calm to windy. It can get to you, especially on long walks to class.
May 14, 2012
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Scholarships at University of Pennsylvania
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WONDERFUL Experience
My parents had a wonderful experience with the financial aid department when I was an undergrad (1994-1997), and I have had the same excellent experience now in grad school. UPenn had a very easy to use online system for loan applications, Student Financial Services is always available, and they really do try to find you as much aid as possible. I could not be more pleased with my experiences here.
May 14, 2012
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Majors at University of Pennsylvania
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Nursing School Unparalleled
I LOVE the nursing school. They really do prepare you to be a leader in the nursing field. You can learn the skills of nursing in other programs, but UPenn Nursing really helps you to excel in the field. The workload is heavy, the curriculum challenging, and the facilities top notch. It all adds up to a terrific experience that prepares you to succeed.
May 14, 2012
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