Masters in Behavioral and Decision Sciences

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

26

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

International:

5%

Others:

5%

New Jersey:

15%

New York:

10%

Pennsylvania:

65%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

97%

Top recruiters

Cerner Corporation

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Gilead Sciences

National Science Foundation

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences

Catholic Church

Hamilton Health Sciences

TransCanada

Arysta LifeScience

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$54,000 / year

Overall Cost

$70,000 / year

FAQs

• Is there any advantage to submitting my application earlier in the process as opposed to closer to the deadline?

  

  We encourage applicants to submit before the December 1 priority deadline for a faster enrollment decision. The MBDS program only admits a certain number of students each fall, so getting your application in early increases your chances of being considered for enrollment. Our standard application date is February 1.

• Does Penn’s Career Services support recruitment for international job opportunities?

  

  Career Services at Penn provides professional development support and on-campus recruiting experiences for domestic and international students. Penn MBDS alumni have access to a wide variety of support from Penn Career Services indefinitely.

• Is the Master of Behavioral and Decision Sciences program a STEM program?

  

  yes

• What kind of financial aid is available for students pursuing this degree?

  

  There are no scholarships or grants specific to the MBDS program. Therefore, most students self-fund their degree through loans or personal savings. Other students secure external scholarships or are sponsored by their employer.