Join our world-renowned faculty to stay up to date on new developments in computer science and engineering, and build on your Penn credentials. As a Penn Engineering graduate, you’re eligible to rejoin the Penn community by enrolling in stand-alone courses for credit.
Courses & Policies
Penn Engineering alumni can enroll in a maximum of two (2) CUs of courses without adhering to a degree or certificate curriculum. Taking a course at Penn Engineering Online will be for credit and a final grade will be assigned. The course will be reflected on the student’s Penn academic transcript and is eligible to be applied towards a future Penn Engineering Online degree or certificate.
A student can take any course (excludes DATO 5980, courses in pilot, or independent study) that is offered and available in the semester in which they apply.
Eligibility
Penn Engineering alumni are eligible to apply to Take a Course. Current students may start an application during their last semester and must graduate from their degree program.
Experience
Each course provides a fully immersive and supported academic experience, with world-class faculty, live office hours, and TA support. You can enroll on a per-course basis, or you can apply your credits toward a certificate or degree program.
Application
Choose Your Course
Review the prerequisite knowledge needed for MCIT Online courses and MSE-DS Online courses and rank the top course choices for which you would like to be considered. Below is a guide to show which courses students are most eligible for based on their Penn Engineering major:
- Any Penn Engineering major: All MCIT or MSE-DS core courses are open to any undergraduate or graduate Penn Engineering major.
- CIS undergraduate and graduate majors OR ESE undergraduate and graduate majors: All listed MCIT and MSE-DS electives are best fit for CIS and ESE majors.
Unofficial Penn Engineering Transcript
Scan a copy of your official transcript or download a pdf from Path@Penn (Penn InTouch for Spring 2022 and earlier graduates).
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Application Deadlines
| Spring 2025 | Summer 2025 | Fall 2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Form Opens | August 5, 2024 | December 16, 2024 | April 7, 2025 |
| Application Form Closes | November 27, 2024 | March 27, 2025 | June 26, 2025 |
| Decision Notification | Rolling | Rolling | Rolling |
| Confirmation Form Due | December 4, 2024 | April 18, 2025 | July 11, 2025 |
| Orientation Starts | December 2024 | April 2025 | July 2025 |
| Classes Begin | January 2025 | May 2025 | August 2025 |
Note: Admission decisions will be released no more than 30 days after your application form is submitted.
Costs
2024–2025 | Academic Year Costs* |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,500 per course unit |
| Online Services Fees | $156 per course unit |
| *Tuition and fees are posted as a guide and will be adjusted on a yearly basis. **Half Credit Courses are billed at half tuition and half fees. |
***Courses taken as part of the Take a Course program are not eligible for federal financial aid.
Student Experience
Discover more about the Penn Engineering Online learning experience and what you can expect from virtual learning.
Students will have access to the following Penn Engineering Online resources (and continue their access to Penn Alumni services).
- Academic advising
- Penn Engineering Online student services
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