MBA Class of 2028 Pre-Term
August 4 – 12, 2026
Register for Pre-Term by June 26, 2026
Note: You must have your PennKey and Wharton account set up in order to register.
It may take up to 24 hours after you complete your Wharton account to access the form.
PRE-TERM SCHEDULE
This general Pre-Term schedule will provide you with an overview of what events are happening each day.
You will receive your personal Pre-Term schedule with specific dates, times, and locations of events at the beginning of Pre-Term.
Participation in Wharton MBA Pre-Term is mandatory for all incoming students.
Attendance at all scheduled Pre-Term events and sessions is required.
BEGIN WITH THE BASICS
ADMIT CHECKLIST
Each checklist item is important to your successful transition to Wharton. Make sure you have checked everything off your list.
PENNKEY & WHARTON ACCOUNTS
Create your PennKey and Wharton account to access the Onboarding Checklist, and other Wharton and Penn resources.
WG28 SLACK
Start connecting with each other on the Wharton MBA Class of 2028 Slack. Introduce yourself, share information, and ask questions.
LET'S GET STARTED
MBA ONBOARDING CHECKLIST
Use this checklist to ensure that you’re completing all of the tasks and deadlines as you start your MBA career!
VIDEOS & SESSIONS
We’ll be sharing a few informational videos and hosting a handful of live sessions over the summer. Catch-up or review at your own pace.
ETHICS & ACADEMIC STANDARDS
Members of the Wharton community are expected to uphold the highest ethical standards and be proficient in our policies.
GET READY FOR THE CLASSROOM
CORE REQUIREMENT
EVALUATION PROCESS
Take your first steps in personalizing your academic experience. Learn about waivers, substitutions, placement and complete the evaluation process.
ACADEMIC
PREPARATION
Get ready for the Wharton classroom by assessing your skills and leveraging our preparatory courses.
CURRICULUM
& COURSES
Discover the abundance of academic options available to you. Learn about majors, electives, dual degrees and more.
ONBOARDING RESOURCES
FINANCIAL AID
The Wharton MBA Financial Aid Office is here to help you make informed decisions about financing your two years of study.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The Wharton community is ready to help you transition to making Philadelphia your home for the next two years.
PARTNERS & FAMILIES
Learn more about how MBA partners and kids become part of the extended Wharton community.
WELLNESS AT PENN
Find information on insurance requirements, immunizations, and well-being resources at the University.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT & DISABILITY SERVICES
The Weingarten Center is here to support you. Learn about their services and how to get started.
WHARTONIZATION GUIDE
Get your technology Wharton-ready by following this guide provided by Wharton Computing.
MOVING TO PHILADELPHIA
The City of Brotherly Love is ready for you! Learn more about where Wharton MBA students live and have fun.
PRE-MBA OPPORTUNITIES
Get a head start on your full-time MBA experience with an employer-hosted event or internship.
VIRTUAL ADMIT EVENTS
In-depth welcome sessions about academics, career insights, alumni panels, and more.
GET IN TOUCH
ABOUT US
Advisors and staff will be your support team throughout your Wharton experience. You will meet your Advising Support Network during Pre-Term.
CONTACT US
Can‘t find your answer or need additional assistance?
MISS AN EMAIL FROM US?
We’ll be in touch periodically over the summer with guidance and reminders about onboarding. Catch-up on all our correspondence on the #mba-announcements channel on Slack.