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AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
10:44
John, once you've started the program, the maximum is 2 years, unless taking for a medical or military-related leave. Those are handled on a case-by-case basis.
Shire
10:48
Hello, Will. I want to know how many extra semesters can I extent to finish my degree.
AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
10:49
Shire, you can complete the program as a part-time applicant, taking one course per semester, which would mean you'd take around 5 years to complete the program. This could be longer if you were approved for a leave during the program. So ultimately, it varies based on individual circumstances.
AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
10:50
Where would you want to live?
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Off campus, but near UPenn (0% | 0 votes)
 
Off campus in West Philadelphia/University City (0% | 0 votes)
 
Off campus in Center City (Downtown) (0% | 0 votes)
 
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Shire
10:52
Thanks Will. What is minimum course to take in one semester if considered to be a full-time student?
AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
10:53
You need to be registered for at least 3 courses per semester to be full-time.
Shire
10:56
Thanks Will. So if 10 credits required it always take 3 semester to finish ?
AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
10:56
Shire, approximately, yes.
AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
10:57
Have you been to UPenn or Philadelphia
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Philadelphia, but not UPenn (0% | 0 votes)
 
The US, but not Philadelphia (0% | 0 votes)
 
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Total Votes: 0
Shire
10:58
But why in website it said will take 3-4 semester?  Is that mean the final fourth semester only contain 1 course?
AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
11:00
Many will take one semester and do one course and then have a research position or internship and use CPT (curricular practical training) to do so. You can find more here: https://grad.seas.upenn.edu/curricular-practical-training/
AvatarWill Fenton, Asst Dir
11:01
Thank you for the great questions, everyone! We'll be doing a 4 hour live chat on this Sat, June 1, for the decision submission deadline. Have a terrific Wed!
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