Whether you’re interested in earning your bachelor’s degree or just want to take classes, Penn’s College of General Studies has something for you. To learn more, just drop in to our office to visit with one of our enrollment specialists.
Wednesday, July 16, 23, and 30
11:00 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Where: College of General Studies
Explore Urban Folklore. Fall under the spell of Greek and Roman Magic. Snoop out the allure of detective fiction in Whodunit. Begin your study of Italian, German or Arabic, or take the first step toward achieving your Master of Liberal Arts. Each summer, the University of Pennsylvania’s academic excellence draws thousands of students, researchers, professionals and visiting scholars to Philadelphia.
It's time to think about the exciting courses you might take for the Summer and Fall 2008 terms. The Course Guides are available in PDF format and in an Online Searchable Database.
Meet Our Graduates & Faculty
Shawna Mitchell
Master of Applied
Positive Psychology '06
“When given the chance to join the first MAPP class, I knew I wanted to dive head first with positive psychology pioneers; the opportunity was too beautiful to pass up. To be surrounded with incredible theories, such incredible minds this is what education truly is.” Read More
Welcome to the University of Pennsylvania's College of General Studies, where you have the opportunity to achieve a world-class education on a schedule that fits your life. More>
Center encourages people to embrace theory of positive thinking
"Seligman, who is considered the father of positive psychology and serves as the director of Penn Positive Psychology Center, continues to draw international attention to his theory of positive psychology. He argues that thinking positively and acting generous to others can lead to a more productive life and decrease mental health problems." Continue>
"Walk-In Wednesdays"
Wednesday, July 16, 23, and 30
11:00 a.m.-1 p.m. and
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Join Us in Montana!
June 28 to July 13, 2008
Penn's Master of Environmental Science program is offering a course entitled Rocky Mountain Field Ecology & Geology. More>