Summer at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania
Ready for a first-rate summer experience at America’s first university? Founded by Benjamin Franklin in 1740, Penn offers an authentic Ivy League experience in the heart of Philadelphia for academically gifted high school students. Penn flourishes in and is enriched by a vibrant urban ecosystem.
Explore America’s history in Philly’s urban setting and feel the pulse of arts, culture, and innovation. Engage with leading faculty and build intellectual connections while taking challenging courses. Wharton Global Youth Program is offering on-campus, location-based, and online summer programs. Learn more.
To learn more, please visit https://globalyouth.wharton.upenn.edu/summer-high-school-programs/
Top Activities in Philadelphia, PA:
Explore the history of Philadelphia at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell in Society Hill Ride the roller coasters at Hershey Park 
Cheer for the Philadelphia Phillies at a Major League Baseball game 
Shop over 400 stores at King of Prussia Mall, the East Coast’s premier shopping destination 
Try the city’s most authentic cheesesteaksTop Campus Activities:
Visit Penn's extraordinary athletic and recreational facilities
Visit Ben on the Bench
Walk the beautiful Locust WalkLocation
Included in Tuition
- Academic tuition
- Use of Penn academic facilities
- Housing
- Laundry
2 meals per day Sunday–Friday (no meals on Saturday due to excursions/activities)
- Extracurricular activities and excursions every afternoon, evening, and all weekend long
- Transportation for included activities
- Safety and supervision
- Note: some courses and academies have additional academic fees.
Contact the Wharton phone line at 516-414-5555
Not Included in Tuition
- Application fee
- Airfare and airport transfers
- Supplemental course fees may apply
- Pottruck Gym access
- Meals eaten off campus
- Medical expenses
- Linens
- Spending money
For international students, the international registration fee is $379 — this fee covers a medical policy for the student and their airport transfers
The best airport to fly into for the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Note: Some courses and academies have additional academic fees. Contact a program specialist for more information at +1 (516) 447-4907.
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