Villanova University (VU)

(Villanova, PA)

Villanova, founded in 1842, is a private, church-affiliated, comprehensive university. Programs are offered through the Colleges of Commerce and Finance, Engineering, Liberal Arts and Sciences, and Nursing. Its 252-acre campus is located in Villanova, 12 miles west of Philadelphia.

Admissions

46.4%
of Applicants Admitted
  • January 01, 2011
SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1790–2080 SAT Total
  • 580–680 SAT Reading
  • 620–710 SAT Math
  • 590–690 SAT Writing
  • 28–31 ACT Composite
  • 27–32 ACT English
  • 27–32 ACT Math
  • 26–30 ACT Writing
TOEFL Required for intl students

Cost

$51,610
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $38,820
  • $38,820
  • $11,840
  • $950

Will I Like It

8,081
number of undergraduates
  • Private Non-Profit
  • Suburban
  • Catholic
  • 51% Women

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Economics

Education

Education Administration, Teaching

Engineering

Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Other Engineering

Humanities

English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Public Service

Law Enforcement, Public Administration

Science & Math

Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

Psychology, Sociology

Extra Curriculars

Accounting Club, Books, Chess, Church, Art Club, Comedy, Computers, Chess Club, Drama, College Democrats, College Republicans, Color Guard, Computer Club, DECA - Distributive Education Clubs of America, Languages, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Poetry, Politics, Foreign Language Club, French Club, Student Council, German Club, Theatre, Video Games, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, Improv Group, Investment Club, Junior Achievement, Math Club, Mock Trial, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Poetry Society, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Thespian Society, Young Democrats

Mailing Address

800 Lancaster Avenue
Villanova, PA 19085-1699
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