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Deadlines at Wharton Business School for its Business and Management programs are mentioned below:

  • MBA for Fall 2025 Entry:
    • Round 1 Application deadline is closed, the decision date for Round 1 is Dec 10, 2024
    • The round 2 Application deadline is Jan 3, 2025, the decision date is Apr 1, 2025
    • Round 3 Application deadline is Apr 2, 2025, the decision date is May 13, 2025
    • Deferred Deadline is Apr 23, 2025, the decision date is July 1, 2025

 

  • Undergraduate Management Courses for Fall 2025 Entry:
    • Early Decision Application is now closed for the year 2024-25
    • Regular Decision Application Deadline is Jan 5, 2025.
  • The students are required to apply through the Common app portal.
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About The Wharton School University of Pennsylvania

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On About Business & Management Studies

Q:   What are the benefits of attending Wharton as a business school?

A: 

The B-School is famous for its strong connections and the reputation in the Business and Management world. The Wharton MBA benefits are: a student gets an instant recognition, becomes part of a large community around the world, and gets a chance to have the most amazing college life. The Wharton Placement rate for the class 2023 was 97.2% which indicates the value of education at this school. The top companies which hired the Wharton MBA graduates include: Ab Bernstein, Activision Blizzard, Adobe Inc. Alixpartners, Alpine Investors etc.

Q:   How difficult is it to do an MBA from Wharton as an Indian?

A: 

This B-School is particularly famous among international students because of the factors like research opportunities, creative curriculum, career opportunities and supportive community. Due to all these factors, the Business and Management enthusiasts apply to this School from all around the world, which makes it competitive and ambitious B-School to get into. The Wharton School acceptance rate stands at 11.8 % for the MBA Class of 2026, which makes this B-School hard to get into. This low acceptance rate suggests that out of every 100 applications, only 11 to 12 students are rolled out an offer.

Although, it is not impossible to get into an MBA programme at Wharton from India. It is expected of an Indian student to achieve these scores mentioned in the table to put their best foot forward in the Wharton application process.

These are the average scores that the Wharton MBA Class 2026 had:

Wharton MBA Class 2026 Exams

Average Scores

Average GMAT Score

732

Average GRE Quant Score

163

Average GRE Verbal Score

162

Average GPA

3.7 on a scale of 4.0

 

The Wharton School MBA Requirements as an International student:

·         A four years Bachelor's Degree from Accredited university

·         Scanned copies of all the Academic Records

·         English Proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL, PTE/Duo lingo English Test), (If a student has studied from an institution where the medium of instruction wasn't English)

·         An online application

·         Letters of Recommendation (Submit at least 2 with one being of current supervisor or manager)

·         Work Experience of minimum 2 years (Preferred)

·         Essay

·         Standardized Entrance test scores (GMAT/GRE)

Q:   Is the Wharton MBA worth it?

A: 

The MBA programs at The Wharton School are ranked at #1 by the US World and News ranking body (2024) among the best Management programs worldwide. Yes, the Wharton MBA is worth it due to several factors including the worldwide degree recognition, high employability, and Business and Management skills mastery. The Wharton MBA graduates of class 2023 are placed in some of the top companies of the world Ab Bernstein, Activision Blizzard, Adobe Inc. Alixpartners, Alpine Investors with an average median package of USD 175,000 (INR 1.47 Cr) with the first year tuition cost of USD 84,830 (INR 71.5 L) for Wharton MBA. Not to mention the long term career benefits.

The Wharton School has received a grade of A+ as an overall university (University of Penn), on Shiksha grading based on several relevant factors.

The table below shows the Ranking of various Subjects offered by The Wharton Business School by US World and News ranking body.

Ranked by

2022

2023

2024

Entrepreneurship MBA

6

6

8

Finance MBA

1

1

1

Graduate Business School

1

3

1

Information Systems MBA

17

9

Not Given

MBA Business Analytics

3

4

3

Mechanical Engineering PG

23

17

17

Supply Chain Management MBA

17

15

14

UG Business

1

1

1

The Wharton School Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(6 courses)
INR 36 L - 71 L
Duration1 year-24 months
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 100 & Above, GMAT, GRE
BBA(18 courses)
INR 51 L - 58 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo
MIM(3 courses)
INR 36 L - 55 L
Duration1 year-24 months
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 100 & Above
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Q:   How much does it cost to study in Wharton?

A: 

International students are required to pay tuition and fees to study Business and Management at this B-School. The Wharton MBA first tuition fee at this B-School ranges between INR 35 L and 71 L for various specialisations.

It is apparent from the tables below that the total tuition and fee to complete Wharton MBA can cost an international student around USD 254,432 (INR 2.14 Cr). Although the tuition cost varies as per the programme sand the specialisation that a student is choosing.

The table below shows the first year course fee of Wharton MBA courses:

MBA Fee Components

Cost

Tuition

USD 84,830 (INR 71 L)

University Fees

USD 4,670 (INR 3.94 L)

Living Expenses

USD 33,804 (INR 28.5 L)

Health Insurance

USD 4,412 (INR 3.72 L)

Total

USD 127,716 (INR 1.07 Cr)

Second year course fee of Wharton MBA courses:

MBA Fee Components

Cost

Tuition

USD 83,830 (INR 70.7 L)

University Fees

USD 4,670 (INR 3.94 L)

Living Expenses.

USD 33,804 (INR 28.5 L)

Health Insurance

USD 4,412 (INR 3.72 L)

Total

USD 126,716

(USD 1 = INR 84.41)

Q:   What is the living cost of Wharton?

A: 

The Wharton School is the B-School of the University of Pennsylvania, which is situated in Philadelphia. Living expenses make up a 26% of the total Wharton MBA expenses which is indeed a significant part of the total cost to be borne by a student. The Wharton living expenses can be USD 33,804 (INR 28.5 L) a year for an international student.

Mentioned below is the table showing all the fee components that make up the entire cost of Wharton MBA:

MBA Fee Components

Cost

Tuition

USD 84,830 (INR 71 L)

University Fees

USD 4,670 (INR 3.94 L)

Living Expenses

USD 33,804 (INR 28.5 L)

Health Insurance

USD 4,412 (INR 3.72 L)

Total

USD 127,716 (INR 1.07 Cr)

(USD 1 = INR 84.41)

A big chunk of the living expenses goes to the accommodation rent. The Wharton on-campus rent is higher than off-campus. For Housing at Wharton, the students have many options:

·         On Campus: The Wharton provides On-campus housing options to all its students and the rooms are well air conditioned and amenities such as bathroom, beds, and close proximity to colleges and classes as these college houses are at the centre location of the University of Penn. These on-campus housing options can cost a first year student USD 12,640 (INR 10.6 L), and USD 16,580 (INR 13.9 L) a year for Upper classes such as MBA.

·         Off-Campus housing: The city of Philadelphia is filled with options of affordable stays near Wharton. If a student isn't able to pay for on campus housing as off-campus housing can be considered a bit costly by many. The students are suggested to join Facebook groups, talk to the current students by reaching them on linked in, or take help of real estate apps such as Zillow prior to their stay. Although the average rent per month near Wharton excluding utilities and food can cost a student USD 1,396 (INR 1.17 L), but the apartment can have rented in sharing as most of the Indians who are studying at Wharton choose this option.

Q:   # What is taught at Wharton?

A: 

Both the options are available, the students can pursue these programs online and offline, which makes it quite flexible for the learners from various industries and backgrounds.

The Wharton School Undergraduate Business and Management Programs:

·         Wharton Undergraduate Program (BS in Economics)

·         The Huntsman Program in International Studies and Business (BS/BA)

·         The Jerome Program in International Studies and Business (BS/BA)

·         The Roy and Diana Vagelos Program in Life Sciences and Management (BA/BS)

·         Nursing & Health care Management (BA/BS)

·         Additional Dual Degrees: Choose from 50 areas of study at Penn's 3 undergrad schools: The College of Arts & Sciences, the School of Nursing, and the School of Engineering & Applied Science

The Wharton School graduate MBA Programs

·         MBA Program (MBA)

·         MBA Program for Executives (MBA)

·         Joseph H. Lauder Institute of Management and International Studies (MBA/MA)

·         Francis J. & Wm. Polk Carey JD/MBA Program (JD/MBA)

·         Wharton/School of Advanced International Studies (MBA/MA)

·         Wharton/Engineering (MBA/SEAS)

·         Wharton/Kennedy School of Government (MBA/MPA, MBA/MPA/ID, MBA/MPP)

·         Additional Dual Degrees: MBA with Biotechnology, Design, Education, Engineering, Law, Medical Sciences, Nursing, and Social Work.

The Wharton School Doctoral Programs

·         Accounting

·         Applied Economics

·         Ethics & Legal Studies

·         Finance

·         Health Care Management & Economics

·         Management

·         Marketing

·         Operations, Information Management, & Decision Processes

·         Statistics

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The Wharton School Rankings 2025

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On Rankings

Q:   Is Wharton better than Harvard?

A: 

Despite of, both the B-Schools are top notch and considered the best in the world, The Wharton School by Penn ranks #2, and Harvard Business School ranks at #3 according to the rankings released by the QS World ranking body for the year 2025. If the consideration is employability, according to the employment report 2023 published by HBS, 86% of the students who were seeking employment received an offer letter, on the other hand 97.2% of the students seeking employment received an offer letter from The Wharton School of Business:

The table compares these two best Business schools in depth:

Criteria

Harvard Business School 

The Wharton School 

Location

Boston, Massachusetts

Philadelphia, USA

Average Starting Salary

USD 175,000 (INR 1.47 Cr)

USD 175,000 (1.47 Cr)

Sign-On Bonus

USD 30,000 (INR 25 L)

USD 30,000 (INR 25 L)

Acceptance Rate (Class 2026)

9.43%

11.8%

Tuition (MBA)

USD 76,410 (INR 64.5 L)

USD 84,830 (INR 71.6 L)

Return on Investment (ROI) Based on the Data of first year tuition fee and the average median salary

229%

206.2%

Top Companies Hiring

·         JP Morgan Chase

·         Nike

·         Glossier

·         L'Oréal

·         Ab Bernstein

·         Activision Blizzard

·         Adobe Inc.

·         Alixpartners

·         Alpine Investors

 

Ranking (QS World 2025)

#3

#2

(USD 1 = INR 84.41)

Q:   What is Wharton global rank?

A: 

Widely popular among the Business and Management enthusiasts all over the world, the Wharton School ranking stay high in the list of the best Business schools. According to US World and News, the Business programs of the University of Pennsylvania which are provided under Wharton, are ranked #1 among the 124 best trade schools of the world. The QS ranking on the other hand has given the UPenn Wharton School, #2 rank consecutively for two years, 2025 and 2024. The ranking is decided based on the return of investment, thought leadership, entrepreneurial & Alumni outcomes, employability, and diversity, based on these parameters, the Wharton School has received a score of 99.8 out of 100.

On Shiksha Official Website, the Wharton School receives a grade of A+ for its Business and Management programs.

The table below shows the Ranking of various Subjects offered by The Wharton Business School by US World and News ranking body.

Ranked by

2022

2023

2024

Entrepreneurship MBA

6

6

8

Finance MBA

1

1

1

Graduate Business School

1

3

1

Information Systems MBA

17

9

Not Given

MBA Business Analytics

3

4

3

Mechanical Engineering PG

23

17

17

Supply Chain Management MBA

17

15

14

UG Business

1

1

1

Q:   Is it tough to get into Wharton?

A: 

Wharton School of Business of Penn stays a compelling choice for the Business and Management enthusiasts worldwide. This B-school received a whopping number of 7,322 applications for their MBA programme for the class of 2026, out of which only 866 students received the offer letter. The Wharton placement rate according to the above mentioned data stands at 11.6%, which makes this school quite competitive.

As part of the Wharton admission process, a student has to demonstrate business rigor, commitment to the program, academic inclination, great scores and extra curriculum activities involvement. It is tough to get into Wharton, but if a student is able to meet the requirements mentioned, it is not impossible. Below mentioned are the basic requirements for Wharton MBA application:

·         A four years Bachelor's Degree from Accredited university

·         Scanned copies of all the Academic Records

·         English Proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL, PTE/Duo lingo English Test), (If a student has studied from an institution where the medium of instruction wasn't English)

·         An online application

·         Letters of Recommendation (Submit at least 2 with one being of current supervisor or manager)

·         Work Experience of minimum 2 years (Preferred)

·         Essay

·         Standardized Entrance test scores (GMAT/GRE)

This is how a student can make their Wharton MBA application strong:

Wharton MBA Class 2026 Exams

Average Scores

Average GMAT Score

732

Average GRE Quant Score

163

Average GRE Verbal Score

162

Average GPA

3.7 on a scale of 4.0

Average Work Experience

5 years

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The Wharton School Admissions Dates 2025

The Wharton School Admission Requirements 2025

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Q:   Can I get into Wharton without work experience?

A: 

Wharton receives applications from all around the world and most of the MBA applications received demonstrate certain level of experience. MBA Class 2026 had an average prior experience of 5+ years in various industries. Although, Wharton accepts applications of the students without or minimum work experience in their early decision round.

A student must show the professional maturity and the Business acumen required to survive Wharton MBA, which can be demonstrated by mentioning any extracurricular activities, any leadership role, or volunteering for the social causes etc. Students must put a lot of work and thoughts into writing Wharton essay, which should be honest yet powerful.

Additionally, great scores in the exams such as GMAT/GRE, GPA can be crucial in the Wharton application process.

Below mentioned are the Wharton MBA class 2026 average scores in the exams mentioned above:

Wharton MBA Class 2026 Exams

Average Scores

Average GMAT Score

732

Average GRE Quant Score

163

Average GRE Verbal Score

162

Average GPA

3.7 on a scale of 4.0

 

Q:   What is the entrance rate for Wharton?

A: 

The Wharton School MBA acceptance rate for the class 2026 was 11.8%, meaning out of every 100 applications, only 11 to 12 students were rolled out an offer letter, which makes it quite difficult to get an admission at this B-School.

Although, a student can get admission to this B-School by fulfilling the below mentioned requirements:

The Wharton School MBA Requirements as an International student:

·         A four years Bachelor's Degree from Accredited university

·         Scanned copies of all the Academic Records

·         English Proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL, PTE/Duo lingo English Test), (If a student has studied from an institution where the medium of instruction wasn't English)

·         An online application

·         Letters of Recommendation (Submit at least 2 with one being of current supervisor or manager)

·         Work Experience of minimum 2 years (Preferred)

·         Essay

·         Standardized Entrance test scores (GMAT/GRE)

Q:   Can I get into Wharton with 3.5 GPA?

A: 

Wharton MBA Acceptance rate for the Class 2026 stands at 11.8% which means it is a quite selective school, and they require a great deal of commitment for the program, academically and professionally robust individuals. The average GPA of MBA class 2026, was 3.7 on a scale of 4.0. Although, the students must not get discouraged from applying. If they are able to demonstrate the business acumen, professional maturity, and great work experience, they can surely study at Wharton.

The Wharton School MBA Requirements as an International student:

·         A four years Bachelor's Degree from Accredited university

·         Scanned copies of all the Academic Records

·         English Proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL, PTE/Duo lingo English Test), (If a student has studied from an institution where the medium of instruction wasn't English)

·         An online application

·         Letters of Recommendation (Submit at least 2 with one being of current supervisor or manager)

·         Work Experience of minimum 2 years (Preferred)

·         Essay

·         Standardized Entrance test scores (GMAT/GRE)

Q:   How can I get admission in Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania if I am an Indian?

A: 

The most popular programme at Wharton is MBA. International students wishing to apply for the Wharton MBA program, should be ready with all the application process requirements mentioned, which requires the below mentioned exams and documents:

·         A four years Bachelor's Degree from Accredited university

·         Scanned copies of all the Academic Records

·         English Proficiency test scores (IELTS/TOEFL, PTE/Duo lingo English Test), (If a student has studied from an institution where the medium of instruction wasn't English)

·         An online application

·         Letters of Recommendation (Submit at least 2 with one being of current supervisor or manager)

·         Work Experience of minimum 2 years (Preferred)

·         Essay

·         Standardized Entrance test scores (GMAT/GRE)

The Wharton School Placements 2025

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Q:   What is the starting salary at Penn Wharton?

A: 

The Wharton School Placement report of 2023 has been released, according to which out of 688 MBA graduates who were seeking employment, 669 sought placements, and 635 students accepted the offer from companies, within three months of completion of the MBA programme which makes it a whopping placement rate of 97.2%. The average median salary for a Wharton MBA graduate can be USD 175,000 (INR 1.47 Cr) in industries such as Consulting, Finance, Technology, Real estate etc.

Here are the highlights of placements of the Wharton MBA graduates class of 2023:

Wharton School MBA Class Particulars (2023)

Data (2023)

Average Median Base Salary

USD 175,000 (INR 1.47 Cr)

Average Sign on bonus

USD 30,000 (INR 32 L)

Average Guaranteed Sign on bonus

USD 30,000 (INR 32 L)

Top Employers

·         Ab Bernstein

·         Activision Blizzard

·         Adobe Inc.

·         Alixpartners

·         Alpine Investors

·         Alvarez & Marsal

·         Amazon

·         Apple

·         Arctos Sports Partners

·         Bain & Company

Students not seeking employment after graduation

17.1%

Students wishing to start their own Business

4.25%

(USD 1 = INR 84.41)

Q:   What is the highest package from Wharton MBA?

A: 

Wharton MBA is a great asset and addition to the professional life of a student. The median annual base salary was the highest for the industry of Legal and Professional Services which was a whopping compensation of USD 215,000 (INR 1.81 Cr), followed by Hedge Funds/Other Investments industry, with a compensation of USD 212,500 (INR 1.79 Cr). Wharton School of Business MBA class 2023 was placed in industries such as Consulting, Finance, Technology, Real estate etc.

The table below shows the average salary given by various industries to a Wharton MBA graduate:

Industry

Accepted Median Salary (Annual)

Consulting

USD 190,000.00

Financial Services

USD 175,000.00

Hedge Funds/Other Investments

USD 212,500.00

Legal & Professional Services

USD 215,000.00 (INR 1.81 Cr)

Manufacturing

USD 125,356.00

Media, Entertainment & Sports

USD 157,500.00

Real Estate

USD 150,000.00

Technology

USD 162,750.00

(USD 1 = INR 84.41)

Q:   Which companies hire the MBA Graduates from Wharton?

A: 

The Wharton School placement rate stands at 97.2% within the three months of graduation form this B-School.

The table below shows the top companies hiring the MBA graduates from Wharton:

Top Companies Hiring Wharton MBA Graduates

·         Ab Bernstein

·         Activision Blizzard

·         Adobe Inc.

·         Alixpartners

·         Alpine Investors

·         Alvarez & Marsal

·         Amazon

·         Apple

·         Arctos Sports Partners

·         Bain & Company

 

The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania or Harvard Business School: Which is better?

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The Wharton School Campus Life

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Q:   Where do most Wharton MBA students live?

A: 

Wharton is a popular school among international students, although the living expense along with the high tuition fee can feel a little expensive. According to the Wharton's official site, an international student has to spend an amount of USD 33,804 (INR 28.5 L) for one year to pursue MBA at this B-School, from which a big chunk will go in paying rent. Eighty percent of the Wharton MBA students live near Rittenhouse Square, which is located in centre city. The Centre City is known for its best restaurants, shopping outlets, and nightlife.

The commute to the Wharton campus is a 25 minutes' walk, or 10 to 15 minutes through bike or public transportation. The students say on various platforms such as Quora, that they are able to enjoy the luxury high-rises with beautiful views of the park and brownstone homes. The average rent among the students who live in Rittenhouse Square for various kinds of apartments in mentioned below:

Apartment type

Rent Per month

Studio Apartment

USD 1,600 (INR 1.35 L)

1 Bedroom Apartment

USD 1,900 (INR 1.60 L)

2 Bedroom Apartment

USD 2,600 (INR 2.19 L)

(USD 1 = INR 84.41)

Below mentioned are the buildings most Wharton MBA students live in Rittenhouse Square:

·         AQ Rittenhouse

·         2040 Market

·         1919 Market

·         The Dorchester

·         2400 Chestnut

·         2116 Chestnut

·         The Republic

·         Rittenhouse Claridge

·         Wanamaker House

·         1700 Chestnut

·         The Beacon

·         Locust on the Park

·         Aria

·         The Carlyle

·         The Sterling

Q:   What housing options are available near Wharton?

A: 

For Housing at Wharton, the students have many options:

·         On Campus: The Wharton provides On-campus housing options to all its students and the rooms are well air conditioned and amenities such as bathroom, beds, and close proximity to colleges and classes as these college houses are at the centre location of the University of Penn. These on-campus housing options can cost a first year student USD 12,640 (INR 10.6 L), and USD 16,580 (INR 13.9 L) a year for Upper classes such as MBA.

·         Off-Campus housing: The city of Philadelphia is filled with options of affordable stays near Wharton. If a student isn't able to pay for on campus housing as off-campus housing can be considered a bit costly by many. The students are suggested to join Facebook groups, talk to the current students by reaching them on linked in, or take help of real estate apps such as Zillow prior to their stay. Although the average rent per month near Wharton excluding utilities and food can cost a student USD 1,396 (INR 1.17 L), but the apartment can have rented in sharing as most of the Indians who are studying at Wharton choose this option.

There are other options available too such as off-campus services where the students are provided assistance in hunting for the right accommodation, temporary housing services, a reasonably priced short-term housing near the campus etc.

Q:   What is it like being a student at the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania?

A: 

Located in Philadelphia, the city where two rivers the Delaware and the Schuylkill meet, the top destination among the people who are willing to live on the East Coast of the USA, and the city where the founding fathers of the USA met, debated and formed a new country. The Wharton School campus life entails supportive culture, extra-curricular activities, and a large Penn community. The students say that the location of the Wharton makes a lot of difference in their lives as they are able to enjoy the happening city life with lots of restaurants, clubs, and recreational centres nearby.

The Wharton campus promotes diversity and culture, this place ensures that a student feels included and understood during their stay. The School also offers students multiple clubs and organisations, class events, programs and initiatives, athletics and recreation, dining, and housing facilities. In fact, 5,500 undergraduates are choosing to live on-campus due to the affordability and safety. There are more than 45 Wharton clubs and 40+ cohort leadership options.

The Wharton School Notable Alumni

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Q:   What celebrities went to Wharton?

A: 

Wharton boasts its large network of alumni around the world which is a network of 106,000 students who graduated from this B-School, and now scattered all over the world making significant impact in the field of Business and Management.

These are the most famous Wharton alumni:

The Wharton School Notable Alumni

Professions of the Alumni

 

Anil Ambani

Received his MBA in 1983 and was the first recipient of the Wharton Indian Alumni Award

 

Elon Musk

 

An MBA graduate who is known as a business magnate, engineer, inventor, and venture capitalist

 

John Sculley

Former CEO of Pepsi Co. and Apple who credits his Wharton professors for influencing his career

Sundar Pichai

The CEO of Google who is an example of a Wharton MBA graduate making waves in the technology industry

Donald Trump

45th President of the United States of America (USA)

Q:   Who is a famous Wharton alumnus in India?

A: 

Many Indians apply to the Wharton School of Business every year. Wharton has a large network of alumni all around the world who are coming from various industries, countries and backgrounds. Two of the most famous Wharton alumni from Indian descent are Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Anil Ambani. Other than these two examples, the Wharton also has very famous people as their alumni. The list is long, but here are some top-notch names mentioned:

·         Ivanka Trump: Former Senior Advisor to the President of the United States

·         Ronald Perelman: American banker

·         Donald Trump Jr.: American activist

·         Nassim Nicholas Taleb: Essayist

·         Brian L. Roberts: Chief Executive Officer of Comcast

·         Fred Wilson: American venture capitalist

·         Phil Murphy: Governor of New Jersey

·         Walter Annenberg: Former United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom

·         Raj Rajaratnam: Sri Lankan-American former hedge fund manager and founder of the Galleon Group

·         John D. MacDonald: American writer

·         Ashwini Vaishnaw: Minister of Railways of India

·         Kunal Bahl: CEO of Snapdeal

·         Anand Ahuja: Fashion Entrepreneur

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Vibe of Campus
  • Academically oriented
  • Multi-dimensional
  • Stressful
  • Friendly
Student Views
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships2.8
Part time work4
Post study jobs3.2
Quality of faculty4.2
Student Life3.3
Value for money3.3
Public transportation4.7
Safety2.8
Indian Food3.3
Permanent Immigration3
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Priyanshu Mittal Verified Icon
MSE Mechanical Engineering & Applied Mechanics - Batch of 2024
3.7
Give a second thought before applying.
Tips: The university life here is very much different from that in India. At least in engineering, students spend most of their time completing assignments and completing lectures. UPenn doesn't offer scholarships to Master's students but you can apply for part-time job as soon as you are on campus which will help you meet your living costs. Though the city is great, I would advise anybody who is coming to definitely give it a second thought as the job market right now is not good and doesn't look like will be better soon.
Likes (Public transportation): Philadelphia has buses, inter and intra-city trains, subways as well as trams. Also, it is easy to get cabs. Philadelphia as a city is small, hence, it is easy to go from one place to another through public transport. Furthermore, the university is located in the heart so one can go to most places by walking or cycling.
Dislikes (Value for money): Being an IVY League, the fee for the program is a lot. But compared to other universities UPenn doesn't have affiliation with the working industry. So the students don't get any benefit while looking for jobs in the market. At least in the US going to cheaper universities would be a better choice
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Rajnish Gupta Verified Icon
Scientific Computing, MSE - Batch of 0
3.5
Best learning experience.
Tips: The University might not exactly be what you expected. It is a great learning experience, and there are a lot of things to do, that it can become overwhelming and stressful at times. But if I were to choose to do it again, at some other time, with a better job market, I would. Try not to get distracted by a lot of things you see around you, as that can happen initially.
Likes (Public transportation): Philly has great and affordable public transport, you can reach pretty much anywhere in 30-40 mins, and most places of interest, downtown can be accessed in 10-15mins through the subway from University, and the transport runs at longer hours, although not the safest way to travel during certain hours the day if you're alone, but that comes in safety as per the city. The connectivity and timing itself are great.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are no Indian food options in University dining, and in general Indian food options around Philly are although not limited, but are not excellent, or anywhere close to what you can find in cities like NYC, Jersey or Chicago. There is a lot of frozen food at Indian Stores, but that is not the most healthy option out there.
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Rohan Nagesh Verified Icon
Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2025
2.7
The university has a good campus and loads of resources to live a wholesome student life.
Tips: The university is expensive and the city is not really that safe. The workload is high with a lot of assignments. The university offers a diverse range of courses but lacks concentration on one. Prospects of engineering jobs are low with not many university recruiters approaching students for post-study options.
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MSE Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering - Batch of 2024
3.6
Biotech research powerhouse. Amazing opportunities.
Tips: For the CBE department, most research is in the biotech sector and so are the jobs and internships. Professors are very nice and will help you if you ask for it. The courses are tough but are of very high quality. However, the CBE courses are very theoretical.
Dislikes (Safety): Philadelphia is not a very safe city. There are lots of break-ins and thefts. Cycles parked outside will get stolen even if locked. The Penn campus is very safe with good security. Penn also has shuttles that run at night and walking escorts for student safety.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Robotics, MSE - Batch of 2024
4.3
Lots of work and hard courses but great program. Effort is respected
Tips: The classes consist of diverse ethnicities and you hence experience an initial cultural shock. Scholarships are not available for MS students. RA opportunities are also very selective for MS students. TA opportunities are much easier to come by. Quite happy with my choice of university.
Likes (Student Life): Regular socializing events are conducted on campus. Study environment is not too stressful. Happy hours are organized once a month by every department and apart from that all the festivities also have an associated event. Regional festivities are dealt with by the Pan-Asian community and it depends on their yearly budget.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Hard to find a job that sponsors H1B. The green card process is another big headache. H1B is got through a lottery system and is then renewed every 3 years until you are eligible to apply for a green card. And you need to hold the green card for a certain number of years before you are eligible for citizenship.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2024Read more
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Master of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2024
3
Challenging and Stressful but equally rewarding experience at this college.
Tips: There are no scholarships available and there is no significant cultural shift. Transitioning with respect to weather may take time. Overall, university courses are good but challenging, and finding jobs and internship can be difficult. While on-campus jobs are available and helpful, they do not offer any tuition fee waivers.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at this college are highly approachable and knowledgeable. They employ an intuitive teaching method and assign practical tasks. The teaching faculty is mostly of Asian and American background representing all types of specializations in Electrical engineering. The courses are rather challenging and not easy.
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