Undergraduate Scholars Programs
Ben Franklin Scholars (BFS-SEAS)
The Benjamin Franklin Scholars program in the School of Engineering and Applied Science (BFS- SEAS) fosters a unique interdisciplinary and hands-on approach to education, particularly beneficial for Engineering students. By encouraging engagement with the liberal arts and sciences alongside in-depth Engineering studies, BFS-SEAS aims to broaden perspectives and equip students with a holistic understanding of the world. BFS-SEAS students may participate in seminars exploring topics outside their core field, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills applicable across disciplines. This intra-disciplinary approach aims to enrich students’ education, allowing them to integrate humanities and social sciences into their Engineering practice, fostering innovation and a deeper understanding of the societal impact of technology.
Penn Engineering Ben Franklin Scholars Highlight
Name: Jessica Luo
Major: Bioengineering
Hobbies: Distance running, fluting, international cinema, language learning
Future Goals: Pursuing an MD/PhD and leading my own biotech startup!
Research Interests: Biomaterials, microelectronics, tissue/neural engineering
Clark Scholars Program
The A. James Clark Scholars Program is designed to prepare future engineering and business leaders, with an emphasis on low income families and first-generation college students. The program enrolls ten students per incoming class, with scholars pursuing rigorous engineering coursework, taking at least two business classes, volunteering in community service activities and participating in enrichment seminars and events with leaders in the field. Scholars also engage in personalized mentoring, research projects and innovation training.
Learn MoreRachleff Scholars Program
The Rachleff Scholars Program offers Penn Engineering undergraduates the opportunity to gain valuable research experiences with standing faculty and to participate in a community of peers who share a common interest in research and scholarly inquiry. The Rachleff Scholars Program is open to rising sophomores with at least a 3.4 Cumulative GPA and strong interests in engineering research.
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