University of Pennsylvania Reviews

"There are a range of professionals that have incredible field experience that are professors through the school. The network of SP2 graduates is amazingly impressive. However, as a second year, the class availability to be exposed to either clinical or macro practice is limited. There is not enough of an amalgamation of both programs so students lack the macro skills if they choose a clinical track and those on the macro track lack clinical skills."

"I can't say enough about the educational experience I've had at Penn. The professors have, without exception, been excellent, very supportive and driven by a sincere desire to help students. The students have, by and large, also been great -- supportive and not competitive, very well-read and curious. (And that goes for the undergrads who were in some of my classes too.) If there are any cons, I suppose I'd point to how expensive it is -- and it's really expensive. But that said, I never felt the education I received was overpriced or overvalued (I just wish it was cheaper)."

"PennDesign has an excellent Masters in Architecture program that gives us access to top professionals in our industry. However as with most MArch programs, the amount of work required for this degree seems to be excessive."

"City Planning in UPenn is quite good. The professors and courses are really nice. As students in the program come from many different countries, the diversity culture is also an advantage. However, UPenn does not offer many opportunities and help to international students in terms of their financial needs. Most of international students cannot get financial help from the school, especially for my program."

"PennDesign has given me a chance to be surrounded by amazing students, staff, and faculty. The school teaches design in all aspects, from concept to practicality. We have amazing guest lecturers and are introduced to well known firms and professionals around the world. Although we are improving, the school tends to focus too much on concept and not enough building and construction."

"I'm in the Masters of Liberal Arts Program, part time. What I like about the program is its flexibility--I'm a full time worker during the day, and the program caters to this by providing a lot of night classes. It's also very multidisciplinary. I would like to go to law school in 2016, and this program allows me to explore aspects of law through disciplines that I wouldn't have ever thought pertained to law. It's been a great experience thus far."

"The program that I'm in is very flexible so I am able to work full time while attending. It's also flexible in terms of discipline so, while I have a certain concentration in mind already, I am able to explore various subjects. I think the multidisciplinary approach is the best approach one can take when taking on a particular research area. I love this program."

"As a student at the University of Pennsylvania I am given access to experts in their field of work, so every class we have an expert teach us the subject - which I find amazing and feel is an amazing opportunity, not only for growth and learning, but also for networking. I work full time as an RN, and go to school part time. I find it to be difficult to get scholarships from my school and outside scholarships due to being a part time student."

"Other than being expensive, I feel that my graduate program was the best possible choice for me to further my education. The program seemed tailor-made for my professional interests! The quality of instructors/instruction, course offerings and prestige of the school and program made this choice all the better."

"Pro- The program is selective, allowing for more serious and excited students. The professors care that their students are learning. Con- There could be more social events planned so that part-time grad students can become involved."

"UPENN is worth every penny, yet it is almost impossible to go to school and work."

"Besides all the benefits of studying at Penn, with its considerable opportunities, my program, department, and my school have lots of advantages. The best thing about my program (ISHD) is its flexibility. Students can have various areas of concentration based on their needs and future plans. You can choose from so many courses which are available to you based on your particular interests and needs. All the professors, the program manager and the chair of the department try their best to help and support students, not only academically, but also, in all aspects of future career plans and even life issues. The department made a unique program of study for me based on my future plans. Also, the program is not just theoretical and the department matches each student, based on his/her area of interest, with a practical experience as an internship. There are valuable research opportunities inside and outside my department. The atmosphere of the school is considerably diverse and there are multicultural social, entertaining, and academic activities available. Although, PennGSE is a small school, its programs and members are a very big community. Now, we are celebrating our centennial, so we have a lot of amazing programs for celebrating GSE's 100 years of valuable efforts in education. I am trying to find negative points about my school. Maybe, we need a bigger place. That's all, I cant's find any other cons."

"For those interested in studying psychopathology and its treatment, UPenn's clinical psych program is among the best in the world."

"The curriculum is intense, but it was also fun."

"Pros: Outstanding medical education and training with some unique aspects to the curriculum. Dedicated and supportive faculty. 1.5 years of preclinical coursework allows for an additional 6 months of electives before applying to residency. Philadelphia is a fun and livable city. Very social student body. Cons: Medical school's tough sometimes."

"It's a great school that offers great opportunities"