Penn’s Post-Baccalaureate Studies program

Penn’s Post-Baccalaureate programs student studying in a library

Go beyond your bachelor's degree with Penn: your goals, your courses, your schedule

The University of Pennsylvania’s Post-Baccalaureate Studies (post-bacc) program offers you the flexibility to handpick the Ivy League courses you need to accomplish your goals. Whether you’re preparing for another degree, expanding your career knowledge, or exploring an area of personal interest, you can take advantage of our world-renowned resources and thriving intellectual community.

Take courses from more than 50 academic departments
Receive personalized advising to help you make the most of your Penn experience
Enroll full or part time as your schedule allows, and enjoy day and evening class options
Connect and network with like-minded professionals and scholars

Our post-bacc students come from a wide range of backgrounds and all share a love of learning, a passion for innovative ideas, and a commitment to personal growth.

If you are interested in the Pre-Health Post-Baccalaureate Programs, please visit the Pre-Health Programs page to learn more.

Ethan McLear

Student, Master of Divinity, Princeton Theological Seminary

“I wasn't quite sure what I was looking for while I was on campus. Having a reason to be there, having a program that placed me there, it put me in those kinds of situations where I might meet somebody and a spark might strike.”

Matthew Fagerstrom

Doctoral Student, University of Pennsylvania

“If you're interested in graduate study, but you're afraid you don't have the background you need, it's never too late to take those classes. If it takes two years to get ready, well, those two years are going to pass anyway, so you might as well get after it.”

Penn’s Post-Baccalaureate Studies program

Go beyond your bachelor's degree with Penn: your goals, your courses, your schedule

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