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Penn students tend to be genuinely impressed with the knowledge and commitment of their professors but concede that, now and then, an uninterested or uninteresting teacher can slip into one’s schedule. While members of the faculty are usually more than willing to get to know their students, in larger classes, the student must take the initiative by attending office hours or requesting research opportunities. The University definitely encourages students to make this effort and will pay for lunch with a professor at the faculty lounge. Penn students who speak to upperclassmen and “shop around” for courses usually end up enjoying their course-load immensely; the enormous amount of classes offered at Penn (the course book is the size of a phone book) practically guarantees ample opportunities to find ideal classes and professors for each student.

Ben Franklin founded Penn with the idea that the young people of Philadelphia should receive a well-rounded and pre-professional, not just a religious, education. Many things have changed since 1749, but Penn is still a remarkably well-rounded school. The business program may be unsurpassed, but practically every department at Penn is strong and will provide students with knowledgeable professors and a wide area of relevant classes. Despite the fact that the undergraduate school is populated by almost 10,000 students, the majority of classes are comprised of less than 20.

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dnwangwa

Physical Therapy '16

4.6

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Upenn Gets an a of Excellence

I chose to attend the University of Pennsylvania because it is an Ivy league school, offering excellent education within all programs at the university. Most of the professors that I have are wonderful, they are full of knowledge and are great educators. They are able to answer question and give you extra help with coursework when needed. The classroom setting encourages you to ask questions and participate in class discussion.

May 03, 2012

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dnwangwa

Physical Therapy '16

4.6

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Upenn Really Cares

I'm in the College of Liberal and Professional Studies as a non-traditional student at the University of Pennsylvania and will begin attending May 21, 2012. Although I am not able to explain what it is like to be my specific major at my school, I am very hopeful about my program; it has offered me the possibility to start all over with my education; given me the opportunity to start a new GPA, given me options as far as classes and curriculum that I may participate in. The faculty that I have been in contact with are very helpful; they have been more than a resource within the academic scope for me; they are wonderful leaders in their respect and they truly care about the livelihood of their students. Although I am not eligible for work study this summer semester, I have been directed on how I might go about taking the steps for internships/job opportunities for fall semester.

May 03, 2012

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modelchica07

African Studies '15

3.1

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Very Big School

Workload and grading curves are very stressful and competitive. Larger intro classes have less professor availability.

Apr 02, 2012

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