Overview
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia ( USP ) – private nonprofit higher education institution in United States. USP began its academic activity in1821. The main building of the university proudly stands in Philadelphia inside an urban campus.
Admissions and study format
For evaluation the university uses the applicant's academic performance and examination results. The chances of successful admission are very high as 60 percent of applicants get enrolled but that number may vary depending on the faculty. Traditionally the academic year is divided into semesters like in many other universities of United States. Despite this the students can apply for scholarships provided by the university.
Not everyone can study full time, so University of the Sciences in Philadelphia offers such students a wide range of online programs.
Students and academic staff
University of the Sciences in Philadelphia is on the smaller side, it teaches about 4000 students. Foreign citizens can submit their applications along with the local students. The academic makeup of USP includes around 599 teachers. USP has exchange agreements with many educational institutions.
Infrastructure
The students have access to the university’s library. Students can apply for a dormitory. The university is in the Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).