# First-Year Applicants

**Source**: https://admissions.upenn.edu/i-am-a/first-year-applicant
**Parent**: https://admissions.upenn.edu/

Are you getting ready to apply to college? Congrats! This is an exciting time, but we know it can also be overwhelming. We’re here to support you and (hopefully) make this process easier. If you’re not sure where to start, we’ve compiled our most popular and useful information for first-year applicants.

[Learn More About First-Year Admissions](/how-to-apply/first-year-applicants)

[## Preparing Your Application](/how-to-apply/preparing-your-application)

[## Exploring Academics](/academics/exploring-academics)

[## Exploring Community](/student-life/exploring-community)

[## Applying to College 101](/how-to-apply/resources-programs/applying-to-college-101)

[## David Thai

A first-generation college student focused on inspiring others

Read Story](/visit-connect/penn-perspectives/student-stories/david-thai)

[## Caroline Leng

Pursued interests in business management and technology

Read Story](/visit-connect/penn-perspectives/student-stories/caroline-leng)

[## Chancelor Mitchell

Interested in the crossroads of art and science

Read Story](/visit-connect/penn-perspectives/student-stories/chancelor-mitchell)

## First-Year Applicant Resources

Narrowing Down Your List

Curriculum & Majors

Requirements & Deadlines

Extracurriculars & Activites