Archives: FAQs
-
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. […]
-
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 […]
-
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.
-
Is there a limit to the number of students who can enroll?
No, there is no limit on student enrollment.
-
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.
-
Does it need to be completed in one year?
The certificate is not required to be completed in one year although it can be. Students can take longer than a year to fulfill the certificate’s requirements.
-
What is the deadline to apply?
You may apply anytime. Eligible Courses you have completed before the application is submitted can also be counted. It is recommended that students carefully read the requirements before applying, though, […]
-
SCMP might not be for me, can I switch to another program?
After completing at least one full-time semester (3+ CU’s) in the original program for which a student was accepted and matriculated into, Penn Engineering master’s students may request to be […]
-
What’s the difference between DATS and SCMP?
You can learn more about the difference here: https://www.cis.upenn.edu/graduate/program-offerings/mse-in-data-science/dats-vs-scmp/.
-
Can I switch to part time?
Yes, the SCMP degree can be completed on a part time bases. However, international students must check their visas to see what the requirements are (most visas require students to […]