Welcome to the home of lifelong learning at Penn

The College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS) offers ambitious students—from veterans and international scholars to high school students and working professionals—opportunities to develop the skills they need to thrive in a changing global society. Wherever you are in life or in the world, the power of Penn is open to you.

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Climate Change Certificate

Featured program: Climate Change Certificate

This online certificate equips you with an in-depth understanding of Earth’s climate system and the skills and knowledge to effectively communicate the consequences of a changing environment.

Degree programs

Our bachelor’s and professional master’s degrees provide Ivy League academics, hands-on learning experiences, global connections, and expert advising to help you reach your goals.

Non-degree programs

From post-baccalaureate programs to guest student programs welcoming learners from around the world, LPS offers opportunities to earn academic credit without committing to a degree.

Certificates

Designed to develop specialized skills or knowledge, these focused programs of study include standalone certificates as well as programs undertaken during the course of certain degrees.

Courses

Taught by world-class faculty and expert practitioners, LPS courses include dedicated programs of study as well as open admissions options for lifelong learners.

Professional programming

Meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving global society through learning opportunities, programming, and services tailored to meet your organization’s needs.

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What do you want to study?

Explore our programs by degree, subject area, delivery, and more—and discover how LPS can meet your academic and professional goals.

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Penn LPS Online

Designed for working adults and nontraditional students, Penn LPS Online offers courses, certificates, and a bachelor's degree that fit your unique needs and busy life. Penn LPS Online brings the tradition of Penn’s academic excellence to you, wherever you are.

Penn Summer

Penn Summer has something for everyone: working adults, visiting undergraduates, Penn alumni and staff, and other lifelong learners. Learn from Penn faculty in courses that suit your summer schedule—on campus, online, or abroad.

Penn SAS High School Programs

Penn SAS High School Programs welcome ambitious young students to the Ivy League. Check out our range of programs—specialized studies or academic exploration, with or without academic credit, a few weeks or a whole term—and choose the right path for you.

Events

Penn Alumni Program Virtual Information Session
Master of Environmental Studies Virtual Café
Master of Liberal Arts Virtual Information Session
Master of Chemical Sciences Virtual Information Session

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LPS News

Protecting the region’s water resources with a balance of science and statute

Wetlands provide numerous ecological services, says EPA scientist Robert George (MES '13). Conserving them requires policy knowledge, scientific data, and the ability to communicate both.

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For Gabrielle Solair (BAAS ’23), the scholarship helped support her journey from Nashville musician to cultural communications and outreach specialist.
For this BAAS graduate and Dean’s Scholar, Bread Upon the Waters was the bridge

For Gabrielle Solair (BAAS ’23), the scholarship helped support her journey from Nashville musician to cultural communications and outreach specialist.

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Organizational Dynamics students in Italy
Organizational Dynamics students summer in Italy with a focus on sustainability and food waste

Students explored innovative partnerships to advance food system transformation and developed solutions to airline food waste based on their learnings.

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