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Benjamin Franklin Scholars Program
The Benjamin Franklin Scholars (BFS) Program is intended for students committed to performing at the highest level of intellectualism. With the help of an advising team, BFS students plan and participate in a total education that brings scholarly inquiry and challenging courses together into an educational whole. Advisors encourage students to explore exciting research opportunities that emerge from participation in Benjamin Franklin Seminars designed and taught by professors who are leaders in their fields. Scholars are strongly encouraged to continue their studies after their undergraduate careers, and many BFS students obtain prestigious grants for graduate scholarship.
Benjamin Franklin Scholars are required to take at least one Benjamin Franklin Seminar each year.
Some students are selected for the BFS program at the time of application to the University. Selection is based on high school records, S.A.T. scores and other signs of serious academic interest. Intellectually ambitious students already on campus are also strongly encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted from the end of the first semester at Penn up to the end of the sophomore year. Juniors and seniors are not eligible to apply. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to take a Benjamin Franklin Seminar or another challenging seminar before applying.