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Transferring to the College of Liberal and Professional Studies

Have you taken a significant break in your education, worked full-time, or are a working professional who’s interested in a degree in the Arts and Sciences?

As part of the School of Arts and Sciences, Penn LPS Online offers a Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree, individual courses, and certificates that are designed for adult learners with a focus on accessibility and flexibility—all online.

Penn LPS Online provides a valuable stepping stone for students to enhance their career through personal enrichment and professional scholarship. Featuring an immersive and high-touch experience, credit-bearing courses are designed and led by Penn faculty who are experts in their areas of study. Students can pursue academic excellence while remaining grounded in the arts and sciences, broadening their professional and personal horizons.

If you're interested in applying to the Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences degree, individual courses, or certificates through Penn LPS Online, you should not apply through Common App or the Coalition Application. Instead, please visit the Penn LPS Online website for instructions on how to apply.