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Columbia vs Penn

Side-by-side admissions data for Columbia University and University of Pennsylvania. See which school matches your profile.

MetricColumbiaPenn
Acceptance Rate3.9%5.4%
SAT Range (25th-75th)1480–15701500–1570
Average GPA4.133.90
Undergrad Enrollment8,8009,870
TypePrivatePrivate
LocationNew York, NYPhiladelphia, PA
Founded17541740
Test PolicyTest-OptionalTest-Optional
Need-BlindYesYes
Meets Full NeedYesYes

Which is right for you?

Columbia and Penn weight admissions factors differently. Understanding these differences helps you decide which school better fits your strengths.

Spike / distinctive talentColumbia values this more
Columbia: Very importantPenn: Important

Columbia

Manhattan-based Ivy with a famous Core Curriculum and global research footprint.

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Penn

Home of Wharton — the most pre-professional Ivy, popular for finance and tech.

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Columbia Scattergram

GPA vs SAT for admits and rejects

Penn Scattergram

GPA vs SAT for admits and rejects

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