Archives: FAQs
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What are the options for the free elective? Does it need to be one of the courses offered by SEAS or can it be a course from any school at Penn?
Usually, the free elective is a course in SEAS, but if you have a technical course in mind outside of SEAS just let me know and I can see if […]
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Where can I find out when my finals will end in December so I can plan my travel?
The Penn academic calendar includes important dates and relevant deadlines for students which can be found here. Finals week ends on December 21st. You can check with professors and on […]
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How do I find my Penn ID number?
Penn uses Penn ID’s and Penn cards as a way to identify students. First, make sure you have set up your Penn email and Penn key. More information on the […]
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Is it possible to start registering for classes for the fall?
Yes! Incoming students can now register for fall courses. Please refer to the program of study for help in choosing courses to initially register for. You will be meeting one-on-one […]
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What should I do if I’m not sure whether I meet the prerequisites for a course I want to take?
If you are uncertain whether your background is sufficient for a certain course, I recommend reaching out directly to the course’s instructor who would know the most about what the […]
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I want to take two courses, one from 12 – 1:30 PM and another from 1:45 – 3:15 PM on the same day. Will 15 minutes be enough for me to walk to the next class?
Yes, it should be enough time. The buildings on campus are relatively close together. Students regularly take back-to-back courses with 15 minute walking times in between.
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How do I show I attended the colloquia and workshops?
Once accepted into the program, you will be invited into a Canvas page where you can complete the assignments and show proof that you attended both the colloquia and workshops. […]
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I am an Accelerated Master’s Student. Can I count my undergraduate courses toward this certificate?
No. All four credits must be graduate level courses and undergraduate level courses cannot count toward this certificate.
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I’m uncertain whether my courses will count toward this certificate. Should I still fill out the applications form?
You can reach out to either Julia Esposito (jnespos@seas.upenn.edu) or Ravi Radhakrishnan (rradhak@seas.upenn.edu) with any questions on whether courses will count. You can still submit an application form with a […]
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Can I count a class I was a TA for toward one of the four credits?
Unfortunately, we are not able to accept TA credits. You must have been enrolled in the class.