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UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSION

Founded in 1842, Villanova is the only Augustinian Catholic university in the nation. Villanova University values a personalized experience where teachers and students are partners in learning and scholarly inquiry. Villanovans are intellectually inspired, morally grounded, globally minded. Villanova attracts and forges world changers—people who ignite positive change everywhere life takes them.

ARE YOU A VILLANOVAN?

Are you a changemaker? A chance-taker? A difference-maker? Villanovans are all of these things and more – and the qualities you possess could make YOU a Villanovan, too! Learn more about the ways Villanovans ignite positive change all over the world, while remaining true to our values, ourselves and our campus community – and how becoming a Villanovan could be the path for you! 

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS

Choosing your path is easier when you know you’ll be supported by classmates and guided by caring, world-renowned faculty. 

Our Program Explorer can start you on your journey by introducing you to our rigorous academics through Villanova's more than 60 bachelor’s programs in the liberal arts, sciences, business, engineering and nursing, all committed to a deeply engaging approach to learning and discovery.

LAUNCH PROGRAM EXPLORER
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INTERESTED?

VISIT

The best way to discover Villanova University is to experience our beautiful, suburban Philadelphia campus in person.

APPLY

Learn about application process and the ways to apply to Villanova. The time is now, prospective Wildcat. Apply today.

DEADLINES

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DISCOVER VILLANOVA

Being a Villanovan is about far more than the place you will pursue your academic ambitions over the next four years. It’s about the people and the experiences during that time that will help you—in the words of St. Augustine—“become what you are not yet.” 

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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE & SCHOLARSHIPS

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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CAREER OUTCOMES

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STUDENTS OF COLOR

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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VIRTUAL EVENTS

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MEET OUR STAFF

VILLANOVA FACTS

#51

2023 NATIONAL UNIVERSITIES
U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

6,700

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

10 TO 1

Student/faculty ratio

12 

MILES FROM PHILADELPHIA

98.9%

SUCCESSFUL PLACEMENT RATE
CLASS OF 2022

96%

FRESHMEN-TO-SOPHOMORE
RETENTION RATE

WHAT MADE YOU GO NOVA?

BIG OPPORTUNITIES

"Villanova's academics provide students with top-notch resources that result in guaranteed career outcomes. The countless study abroad opportunities across colleges also made Villanova stand out from other universities." –Katelyn Tsai, VSB, West Chester, PA

VILLANOVANS ARE MOTIVATED

"I came to Villanova because I wanted to help foster current and new communities here. When I visited and spoke to students, I found it attractive how open people with different backgrounds and interests were to continue to improve an already good environment here at Villanova. Whenever there are concerns, people are not afraid to address them and speak up for not only themselves but others. That is what being a community is all about, and I wanted to be a part of it. Villanova is full of leaders ready to take initiative, and it is certainly a pleasure to be surrounded by them." —Craig Newton, VSB, New York

CONSTANT SUPPORT

"I chose Villanova because I fell in love with the community of students, alumni and faculty here. When you become a Villanova student, you enter into a larger family of people who truly want to support and walk alongside you. I’m reminded every day of how special it is to be a Villanovan and to find a lifelong connection with this community." —Rachel Randall, FCN, Marcellus, NY

CARING STUDENTS

"I became interested in Villanova because of its high reputation in the business world. I ended up choosing Nova because the students I met before enrolling all cared about the university and each other so much which was something that made me want to be a part of the community." —Dan Pruitt, VSB, Mount Laurel, NJ

A BLEND OF EVERYTHING

"I chose Villanova because it felt like a perfect blend of everything I was looking for in a school. From the strong sense of community on campus, ample volunteer and extracurricular opportunities, small classroom sizes, engaged faculty, and involved alumni network I knew Villanova would be a place where I could thrive both inside and outside of the classroom." —Chiara Rego, CLAS, Glastonbury, CT

COLLABORATION, NOT COMPETITION

“Villanova students have a genuine love for each other, their school, and their larger community, which is reflected in a culture of collaboration, not competition. Both your professors and your classmates are supporting you and want to see you succeed.” —Olivia Pfeiffer, CLAS, Boulder, CO

WE BECOME OUR BEST SELVES

"I love how Villanova is competitive yet collaborative. Together we push each other to achieve our best selves, academically, socially, and individually." —Addison Drone, VSB, Summit, NJ

CONTACT US

Office of Undergraduate Admission
Villanova University
Austin Hall
800 E. Lancaster Avenue
Villanova, PA 19085

Contact Us:
First-Year Students: gotovu@villanova.edu
Transfer Students: transfertovu@villanova.edu
Phone: 610-519-4000
Have a quick question? Text us at 610-616-2851

Office Hours:
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time

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