Or Klier, WG'06
“In Wharton clubs, you can sing, dance, play hockey, and climb mountains. I was surprised that I tried new things. Everyone who comes to a school like Wharton is pretty competitive and an over-achiever, but what surprised me was how patient and supportive they were. If you don't know how to sing - no worries, they'll give you the support you need.”
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David Wenkart, WG'04
“The rugby team helped me get to know a cross-section of my classmates really well - students, alumni, and even some faculty members who play on the team. Wharton's a big school, and this was a great micro-network.”
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The diversity of the Wharton community is reflected in its wide variety of student clubs.
Our community’s size and breadth create a club for almost every interest, from professional opportunities to sports, hobbies, and community service. Each year’s clubs are shaped by the interests of the incoming MBA class – so if you don’t find what you’re looking for, it’s an opportunity to create it!
The Wharton Graduate Association (WGA), the student government organization of the Wharton School's graduate program, coordinates and manages most student activities and initiatives, both academic and extracurricular. All first- and second-year MBA students at Wharton are members.
In addition to student representation, the WGA, funded primarily through student dues, provides monetary and logistical resources to more than 100 different student-led clubs and conferences on campus. The WGA website is managed independently by Wharton's student body and includes a complete, interactive list of student clubs.
Professional Clubs
More than 30 professional clubs provide opportunities to build peer and alumni networks, meet people with similar interests, and find out more about specific fields and industries.
International/Cultural Clubs
With 21 cultural organizations on campus, there is a group for everyone, regardless of background. These clubs provide support for students from different geographic regions and sponsor campus events to build awareness of various cultures and an appreciation for diversity.
Social/Special Interest Clubs
Whether you are an enthusiast of comedy, wine, or ballroom dancing, Wharton has a club for your interests, as well as a variety of other fun and interesting social clubs. There are also social groups for partners and children of students.
Athletic Clubs
Wharton's 16 intramural athletic groups provide ample opportunity to play, let off steam, meet new people, and practice leadership skills.
Community Service Clubs
A key part of the Wharton culture involves giving back to communities—as close as West Philadelphia or as far as Vietnam, Pakistan, and Chile. For additional opportunities, visit our section on Volunteer Initiatives.