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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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Featured Program

The Penn LPS Online Certificate in Neuroscience invites you to earn academic credit as you explore the biological, psychological, and clinical approaches to understanding the nervous system as the biological basis of behavior. Enjoy the flexibility of this online certificate without committing to a degree.

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Program Finder

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 other nontraditional students, Penn LPS Online offers courses, certificates, and even a bachelor's degree that can be completed on a schedule that fits your unique needs and busy life. Whether you already have an associate’s degree, some college, or a high school diploma or GED, Penn LPS Online brings the tradition of Penn’s academic excellence to you, wherever you are.

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Penn Summer

Penn Summer has something for everyone: high school students, working adults, undergraduates at universities around the world, Penn alumni and staff, and other lifelong learners can all connect with Penn faculty and classmates in courses that suit your summer schedule—on campus, online, or abroad.

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Events

Tuesday

10/20

Fels Institute of Government Virtual Information Session

6:00 pm

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Tuesday

10/27

Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences Virtual Information Session

12:00 pm

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Tuesday

11/03

Master of Environmental Studies Virtual Café

12:00 pm

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Wednesday

11/04

Post-Baccalaureate Studies Virtual Information Session

5:30 pm

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Meet Our Students

Jack Breiner

Master of Science in Applied Geosciences ‘18

"In the scheme of our planet, we are working with the top one-half percent, but that’s where all of the people live and where all of the life is. That’s why you get into a field like this, because you care about the ultimate outcome of what you’re doing."

Andrés Casas

Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences, University of Pennsylvania ‘18

“Penn walks the talk. It is the best place to be inspired to change the world. The MBDS program manages to tackle down the basic foundations of behavioral science and provides the toolkit you need to apply them in a responsible, rigorous way.”

Cecil Johnson

Master of Science in Organizational Dynamics '14

"As a practitioner, the program has helped me develop a more robust toolkit to use when I coach employees and engage with colleagues. Organizational Dynamics has also provided me with an enhanced view in which to observe education and life beyond my role and title.”

Ana Margarita Olivos

Master of Science in Organizational Dynamics '14

"Because of Organizational Dynamics, I know that it is possible to develop a highly effective organization that can co-exist in an environment that has high-risk for continuous challenges and need for change.”

Joseph Glaser-Reich

Master of Applied Positive Psychology ‘18

“Every individual in this program is doing something incredibly interesting, and the ability to sit down and talk with these people—to call them friends—was an unexpected and wonderful piece of the experience.”

Aaron Brodsky

Master of Chemical Sciences, ’20

"My advisor helped guide me in the right direction and stay positive when the coursework has gotten challenging. It’s a supportive culture, it’s not ‘sink or swim,’ and that has made a huge difference for me.”

Noof Mohammed Al Jenibi

Master of Applied Positive Psychology ‘18

“The knowledge that you will gain will not benefit you in your professional life only, but in your personal life. The world needs you. Whatever you learn from the MAPP program, it is a life-changing experience.”

Trisha Bhagde

Master of Chemical Sciences ’19

“I’ve always wanted a PhD, but I never had long-term lab exposure. While I do my capstone, I am in the lab five days a week, so it’s giving me an idea of what’s in store for a PhD.”

LPS News

A Master of Liberal Arts alumni pilots a virtual green consulting project for Galápagos businesses

Jesse Hamilton (MLA ’19), now a first-year philosophy doctoral student, led a project to help business owners increase their eco-friendliness and profitability.

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Justices O’Connor and Ginsberg and the carrying of the mantle

On the death of Ruth Bader Ginsberg, Professor of Practice Marci Hamilton reflects on the first two female Supreme Court Justices.

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English Language Programs’ online course reaches 1 million enrollments

ELP’s MOOC English for Career Development allows learners to strengthen their English language skills while exploring global career paths.

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