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The Wharton School

Philadelphia, PABusiness2025 data

GMAT Median

740

720–760 range

GPA Median

3.69

3.49–3.89 range

Acceptance Rate

9%

Program avg: 33.4%

Class Size

918

How to Get Into The Wharton School

To be competitive at The Wharton School, applicants typically present a GMAT score near 740 (middle 50%: 720–760) and a GPA around 3.69 (3.49–3.89). The Wharton School admits about 9% of applicants. Each entering class is roughly 918 students. The school is located in Philadelphia, PA. Figures reflect the 2025 entering class. Enter your own GPA and GMAT score on AdmitBase to see your personalized match category and admission odds.

Admitted Student Profiles

GMAT Score Range

25th: 720Median: 74075th: 760

GPA Range

25th: 3.49Median: 3.6975th: 3.89

Tuition

In-State / Resident

$84,000

$34,248 above program average

Out-of-State / Non-Resident

$84,000

Outcomes

Employment Rate

97%

Data source: US News 2025 / School Employment Reports (2025). Statistics reflect the most recently published admission cycle.

The Wharton School: Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wharton School's acceptance rate?

The Wharton School has an acceptance rate of about 9% (2025 entering class). For comparison, the average across Business programs we track is 33.4%.

What GMAT score do you need for The Wharton School?

Admitted students at The Wharton School have a median GMAT score of 740, with a middle-50% range of 720 to 760 (2025 entering class). A score at or above the median makes you most competitive.

What GPA do you need to get into The Wharton School?

The median GPA of admitted students at The Wharton School is 3.69, with a middle-50% range of 3.49 to 3.89 (2025 entering class).

How much does The Wharton School cost?

Annual in-state or resident tuition at The Wharton School is $84,000. Tuition figures exclude living expenses and fees.

How hard is it to get into The Wharton School?

Admission to The Wharton School is competitive: it admits roughly 9% of applicants, the median GMAT is 740, the median GPA is 3.69. Applicants near or above these medians have the strongest odds. Use AdmitBase to see whether The Wharton School is a Safety, Target, Reach, or Far Reach for your specific GPA and GMAT score.

Where is The Wharton School located?

The Wharton School is located in Philadelphia, PA.

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