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The only Augustinian Catholic university in the nation, Villanova values a personalized experience where teachers and students are partners in learning and scholarly inquiry. From undergraduate to doctoral students, Villanovans are intellectually inspired, morally grounded, globally minded. Villanova attracts and forges world changers—people who ignite positive change everywhere life takes them. During this unprecedented time of the COVID-19 pandemic, Villanova's Augustinian values of Veritas, Unitas, Caritas can be seen in our work towards the common good and our support for one another.
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post-baccalaureate and graduate certificates,
as well as non-credit professional programs
AT A GLANCE
6,700
FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
3,500
GRADUATE AND LAW
STUDENTS
33
FULBRIGHT SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS IN 2019-2020
91.8%
UNDERGRADUATE
PLACEMENT RATE
130,000
ALUMNI
WORLDWIDE
12
MILES
OUTSIDE PHILADELPHIA
ACADEMICS
Villanova University is a closely connected academic community with renowned faculty, rich resources and a personalized, supportive learning environment.
Villanova provides exceptional opportunities for a wide range of academic experiences, including hands-on research, interdisciplinary collaboration and experiential learning.
FACULTY & RESEARCH
VILLANOVA NEWS
Biology Professor Aaron Bauer Makes More Major Breakthroughs Studying Geckos
Aaron Bauer, PhD, Professor, Gerald M. Lemole Endowed Chair in Integrative Biology and founding co-director of Villanova's Center for Biodiversity and Ecosystem Stewardship, is renowned for his work in naming and studying geckos and other small reptiles. While his ability to visit these reptiles in far-reaching destinations has been limited during the COVID pandemic, Dr. Bauer’s work has not slowed down.
Read the Spring 2021 Edition of Villanova Magazine Online
The digital edition of the Spring 2021 issue of Villanova Magazine is now available. The cover story highlights the ways in which Falvey Memorial Library has evolved and continues to innovate to meet the changing needs of the Villanova community and the 21st century scholar.
Villanova University Men's Basketball head coach Jay Wright will be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as part of its class of 2021, it was announced Sunday, May 16, on ESPN. In 27 seasons as a head coach, including the last 20 at Villanova University, Wright has notched 612 victories, including both the 2016 and 2018 NCAA national championships.
Villanova School of Business Professor Jonathan Doh Elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Management
Villanova School of Business professor Jonathan Doh, PhD, has been elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Management (AOM)—the largest and most prestigious professional organization of management scholars globally. Election as an AOM Fellow is a permanent designation and honors a select group of scholars who have made significant contributions to the science and practice of management and distinguished themselves at the top of their fields.
Villanova Named Recipient of Gallup’s 2021 Don Clifton Strengths for Students Award
Villanova University has been named as one of two recipients of the 2021 Don Clifton Strengths for Students Award. The award recognizes colleges, universities and districts that “enable students to learn what they naturally do best and apply their strengths to thrive in school and all areas of their lives.
Villanova Faculty Share Their Expertise on Breaking News and Events
Villanova University faculty are regularly cited as experts in the national media on topics ranging from politics to the COVID-19 pandemic. Click more to view these faculty and their expert analysis in the media.
VILLANOVA ATHLETICS
Villanova student-athletes are powerfully connected to a tradition of excellence—both academic and athletic. They strive and triumph as much in the classroom as they do in competition.
And for student-athletes and fans alike, Villanova Athletics is a special way to experience the bond of the Nova Nation.
VILLANOVA'S CAMPUS
Villanova University is located on a 260-acre campus, 12 miles/19 kilometers west of Philadelphia. Three campus rail stops provide quick access to Philadelphia. Villanova also is conveniently close to New York and Washington, D.C.
