Welcome to the home of lifelong learning at Penn

The College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS) offers ambitious students—from veterans and international scholars to high school students and working professionals—opportunities to develop the skills they need to thrive in a changing global society. Wherever you are in life or in the world, the power of Penn is open to you.

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Featured program: Master of Liberal Arts

Featured program: Master of Liberal Arts

What do you want to master? In the Penn MLA, you design a custom curriculum based on your unique combination of academic interests.

Degree programs

Our bachelor’s and professional master’s degrees provide Ivy League academics, hands-on learning experiences, global connections, and expert advising to help you reach your goals.

Non-degree programs

From post-baccalaureate programs to guest student programs welcoming learners from around the world, LPS offers opportunities to earn academic credit without committing to a degree.

Certificates

Designed to develop specialized skills or knowledge, these focused programs of study include standalone certificates as well as programs undertaken during the course of certain degrees.

Courses

Taught by world-class faculty and expert practitioners, LPS courses include dedicated programs of study as well as open admissions options for lifelong learners.

Professional programming

Meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving global society through learning opportunities, programming, and services tailored to meet your organization’s needs.

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What do you want to study?

Explore our programs by degree, subject area, delivery, and more—and discover how LPS can meet your academic and professional goals.

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Penn LPS Online

Designed for working adults and nontraditional students, Penn LPS Online offers courses, certificates, and a bachelor's degree that fit your unique needs and busy life. Penn LPS Online brings the tradition of Penn’s academic excellence to you, wherever you are.

Penn Summer

Penn Summer has something for everyone: working adults, visiting undergraduates, Penn alumni and staff, and other lifelong learners. Learn from Penn faculty in courses that suit your summer schedule—on campus, online, or abroad.

Penn SAS High School Programs

Penn SAS High School Programs welcome ambitious young students to the Ivy League. Check out our range of programs—specialized studies or academic exploration, with or without academic credit, a few weeks or a whole term—and choose the right path for you.

Events

Master of Chemical Sciences Virtual Information Session
Master of Environmental Studies Virtual Drop-in Hour
Organizational Dynamics Programs Virtual Information Sessions
Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Virtual Information Sessions

Meet Our Students

LPS News

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MES student Gwen Cochran sheds light on residential solar power and access during Energy Week at Penn’s Lightning Talks

Gwen Cochran (MES ’25—expected) presents her research on the benefits and the barriers around residential solar energy adoption alongside other student researchers addressing sustainable energy issues during Energy Week.

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Rebecca Stein, PhD., retires from a career in teaching excellence and innovation

After 27 years at Penn, Penn LPS Online instructor and campus leader in online learning Rebecca Stein retires.

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Committed to work with a social impact, Penn alumna Dorothy Jane Thomas returns for a second advanced degree: The Master of Philosophy in Organizational Dynamics at LPS

After taking two organizational dynamics classes as electives, Dorothy knew a master’s degree in the subject would help advance her passion for helping people thrive.

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