Connection & Engagement
Emergencies
215-573-3333 / 511 (campus phone)
General Information
215-898-7297
DPS Headquarters
4040 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Fraud Awareness
Reports of fraud related to subletting
Public Safety has received reports of fraud related to the app Group Me in a group for University of Pennsylvania subletting. Please exercise caution when searching for your rental, confirm contacts are valid, and use secure methods of payment...
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Special Notices.
The University has been notified that beginning Monday, August 24, 2026, PennDOT will close the Market Street Bridge to vehicular traffic as part of a major infrastructure renovation project. The closure is expected to continue through October 2027 and will significantly alter local traffic patterns in and around University City. Commuters should anticipate increased congestion, longer travel times, and periodic traffic pattern changes throughout the construction.
DPS at a Glance.
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Contact Public Safety
Register for UPennAlert
Learn about Emergency Preparedness
Penn Guardian App
File a Complaint
Read Clery Report
Submit Clery CSA Crime Report
Commend a Member of Public Safety
Safety Resources
Walking Escort Service
Special Event Security Request Form
Know When Know How.
UPennAlert
PennGuardian
Emergency Resources
A Quote and Image Section
“[DPS] helped create an environment where I’m proud to work, feel safe to work – long past regular work hours and feel a real sense of community with our police department. I’ve been on this campus for over 30 years and I’ve personally witnessed the respectful engagements.”
J. G.
Penn Staff Member
DPS By the Numbers.
+4500
Walking Escorts Annually
+100k
Calls for service processed annually
182
DPS Employees
+750
Security Officers
+700
Bluelight Emergency Phones
+1250
Jumpstarts Annually
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