University of Pennsylvania Talent Search Program

University of Pennsylvania Talent Search Program

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Free program helping Philly 6th-12th graders successfully graduate high school and enroll in college. Our services are completely free to eligible students.

The University of Pennsylvania’s Talent Search Program is a federally funded program designed to help first-generation students from modest-income families successfully complete high school and enroll in postsecondary school. TS provides approximately 600 students in grades 6-12 with support services that promote the academic and personal development necessary for entry into, and success in, postsecondary curricula.

05/28/2026

Rising 7th and 8th graders are invited to participate in Campus Discovery Week with Penn Talent Search. Join us for four days of FREE hands-on activities, career exploration, guidance on high school selection, and more!

Monday, July 20 through Thursday, July 23
10:00 am to 2:00 pm on campus at Penn

Space is limited, and you must be enrolled in the Penn Talent Search program to attend. Learn more and sign up today at:
https://upenn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_egkwv6VEiYgGXwW

05/26/2026

Are you ready for the SAT? Sign up for virtual SAT prep with Penn Talent Search and Ms. Sofia! This four-session course, valued at $600, is provided for FREE to eligible students.

Monday, July 27 through Thursday, July 30
3:30 pm to 5 pm on Zoom

You must be enrolled in the Penn Talent Search program to attend. Sign up today at:
https://upenn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5szKpAHjIYQZgoK

05/21/2026

Rising 9th through 12th graders are invited to participate in Campus Connection Week with Penn Talent Search. Join us for four days of FREE hands-on activities, college prep, and more!

Monday, July 13 through Thursday, July 16
11:00 am to 3:00 pm on campus at Penn

Space is limited, and you must be enrolled in the Penn Talent Search program to attend. Learn more and register at:
https://upenn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_a5KN2okXqWTPase

Photos from University of Pennsylvania Talent Search Program's post 05/07/2026

Talent Search scholars from visited Shippensburg University last week for an admissions presentation and campus tour. We got to peek inside a dorm and eat lunch in the dining hall. Thanks to for welcoming our group!

05/05/2026

Talent Search scholars from toured Howard University on a recent field trip. While in DC, we also visited the Smithsonian and stopped for lunch at the historic Ben's Chili Bowl.

05/04/2026

Our May newsletter is out now! Check your email for this month's updates, featuring info on our Class of 2026 Senior Survey, summer opportunities for scholars, and more.

04/28/2026

Talent Search scholars, join Ms. Sofia for this year's FINAL College Corner on Wednesday 4/29 at 6 p.m.

In this session, we'll go over Dorms, Meal Plans, and More, including the differences between on-campus and off-campus living and how to make healthy choices in college!

Enrolled TS participants can find the Zoom link in Canvas. We look forward to seeing you there!

Photos from University of Pennsylvania Talent Search Program's post 04/15/2026

Thanks again to all of the amazing volunteers who shared their experience and expertise with our Talent Search and scholars during this year's Career Day!

Photos from University of Pennsylvania Talent Search Program's post 04/13/2026

Talent Search scholars from Building 21 visited during their Spring Open House. We got to learn more about the school's academic programs, tour campus, eat in the dining hall, and even see performances by some student groups!

Photos from University of Pennsylvania Talent Search Program's post 04/09/2026

Talent Search teamed up with Upward Bound over Spring Break to work a volunteer shift at Cradles to Crayons, sorting donations of clothes that will be distributed to local children in need.

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https://vpse.upenn.edu/ets/apply/

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3819-33 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA
19104