University of Pennsylvania

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like at University of Pennsylvania?

Fitness junkies, social butterflies and devoted bookworms all have a home at Penn. Here's a rundown of some of the most important non-academic factors.

Greek Life

University of Pennsylvania has an active Greek life scene. 20% of men join fraternities. 21% of women join sororities. 20% of the undergrad student body participates in Greek life.

Weather

Gotta dress for it! Here's a season-by-season summary of the average temperatures at University of Pennsylvania:

Geography

University of Pennsylvania is in an urban setting with high walkability and is close to an airport.

State Laws and Politics

The social environment at colleges can be majorly impacted by the laws and politics of the area and the state. Review the information below to determine if politics might impact your experience at University of Pennsylvania.

Guns on Campus

Some states have laws about the legality of guns on campus. In general, schools fall into one of three categories:

• Permissive: The state requires campuses to allow guns on campus but allows for certain restrictions.
• Restrictive: The state requires campuses to restrict guns on campus.
• Institutional: The state leaves it up to each campus.

Pennsylvania's gun laws are:

Most state laws apply only to public colleges and universities. Additionally, these laws often change frequently. If gun laws are important to you, you should inquire directly with University of Pennsylvania about its regulations.

Religious Affiliation

The religious affiliation of a school can impact the on-campus environment. University of Pennsylvania is affiliated with:

Student Life

Eager to get involved at University of Pennsylvania? Here are the most popular student organizations and the main campus events to look forward to.