Penn LPS

Chemistry that works in the real world.

From sustainability to industry, the Master of Chemical Sciences program prepares you to solve real-world challenges through advanced, hands-on study.

Turn your goals into action: https://www.lps.upenn.edu/degree-programs/mcs

Discover how the MBDS program guided Shankar Sriram to a career path helping organizations with a social impact make better decisions:

Shankar Sriram | Penn LPS 1. Introduction: Background & Expectations

“The way I approach life is to keep asking questions and try and do things that I may not be comfortable with, or I may not have experience with,” Shankar Sriram (MBDS '25) begins.

Join our American Sign Language (ASL) & Deaf Culture Online Seminar 🤟 where language meets culture, community, and connection.

Through immersive ASL practice (no spoken English!) and engaging weekly discussions, you’ll build real-world conversation skills while exploring the lived experiences, values, and perspectives of Deaf community members.

💬 Learn to share about yourself, navigate spaces, and express your needs
📍 Practice giving directions and storytelling in ASL
🌎 Deepen your cultural awareness and communication skills

Whether you're brand new to ASL or looking to expand your understanding, this seminar is your doorway into a vibrant community and language.

On Sunday, May 17, Penn’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies (LPS) welcomed family, friends, faculty, and staff to celebrate the Class of 2026. The ceremony honored the achievements, perseverance, and future aspirations of this year’s graduates as they marked an important milestone in their academic journeys. Read more about the celebration and highlights from the day on our website: https://www.lps.upenn.edu/about/news/congratulations-penn-lps-class-2026

A new career path, backed by a strong community.

Michelle Katz came to the one-year Master of Public Administration program ready to make a change—and found a clear path forward. With hands-on learning and the support of the Penn community, she was able to quickly gain new skills and step back into the workforce with confidence.

See how Michelle made the shift:

Michelle Katz | Fels Institute of Government The Fels Institute of Government prepares the next generation of public and nonprofit leaders with an education in public administration.

Congratulations Penn LPS Class of 2026! 🎓🎉🥳

Congratulations to our Penn LPS graduates! 🎓

Your hard work, persistence, and dedication have brought you to this moment. We can’t wait to see where your path leads next.

100% of our Nontraditional Graduate Studies students study part-time.
Whether your goal is:

› Career advancement
› Graduate school preparation
› Explore interest in advanced studies

Your goal shouldn’t have to wait.

Our NTGS program offers a flexible way to take graduate-level courses without committing to a degree.

Opportunities await for you at Penn: https://www.lps.upenn.edu/non-degree-programs/nontrad

Rewinding to last year’s Penn LPS graduation as we count down to this year 🎓✨

We know you’ll be capturing every moment—so don’t forget to tag !

We’ll be sharing some of our favorite grad moments on our story.