University of Pennsylvania Out-of-State Tuition

Hello everyone, I'm a rising senior, and UPenn is on my radar. I'm not from PA though, so I'm wondering about the out-of-state tuition. Can anyone provide me with some details? Thanks in advance, y'all.

The University of Pennsylvania (UPenn), like all Ivy League and most private universities, does not differentiate tuition based on a student's state of residence. So, if you're out-of-state, you'll pay the same tuition rate as a student from Pennsylvania would.

For the 2024-2025 academic year, the tuition and fees for undergraduate students at UPenn are approximately $60,920. Keep in mind that this is just the cost of tuition and fees; it does not include expenses like on-campus housing, fees, meals, books, transportation, and personal expenses. When you factor in those additional costs, the total annual cost of attendance can rise to around $92,288.

It's also important to note that UPenn offers generous need-based financial aid to students who qualify. This aid package can significantly lower the cost of attendance. UPenn's financial aid policies aim to meet 100% of a student's demonstrated financial need through a combination of grants and work-study, meaning they do not offer student loans as part of their financial aid package. It is therefore possible for students from lower-income families to attend UPenn without acquiring overwhelming student debt.

However, the amount of aid you receive will depend on your family’s financial circumstances. You can get an estimate of what your financial aid package might look like by using the Net Price Calculator on UPenn's financial aid website (https://srfs.upenn.edu/costs-budgeting/estimate-your-costs). This tool uses your family's financial information to provide an estimate of your likely financial aid package. Please remember that this is only an estimate—your actual financial aid package could be different.

If you need any more information, don't hesitate to ask! Best of luck with your plans.