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.
All students must meet the prerequisite requirements for the courses they wish to take. A student can take any course that is offered (excludes DATO 5990 or independent study) and available in the semester in which they apply.
Eligibility
The Take a Course option is available for Penn Engineering degree program alumni. Current students may start an application during their last semester and must graduate from their degree program.
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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
| Summer 2023 | Fall 2023 | Spring 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application Form Opens | March 15, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | August 2, 2023 |
| Application Form Closes | April 13, 2023 | July 5, 2023 | October 3, 2023 |
| Decision Notification | April 17, 2023 | July 14, 2023 | November 10, 2023 |
| Confirmaiton Form Due | April 24, 2023 | July 21, 2023 | December 7, 2023 |
| Orientation Starts | April 26, 2023 | July 24, 2023 | December 2023 |
| Classes Begin | May 8, 2023 | August 28, 2023 | January 2023 |
Costs
2022–2023 | Academic Year Costs* |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,200 per course unit |
| Online Services Fees | $150 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
Contact Us
For more information about taking a course with Penn Engineering Online contact Tracy Staeudle at lifelonglearning@seas.upenn.edu.