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VISIT VILLANOVA

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DISCOVER THE NOVA NATION

At Villanova, you’ll experience it all. Two hundred and sixty acres of lush greenery and beautiful collegiate architecture, just steps from Pennsylvania’s historic Main Line and minutes from the bustling city of Philadelphia. A climate that encompasses all four seasons, with mild spring mornings, crisp autumn afternoons and serenely snowy days. Spend a day at Villanova, and you’ll see why so many students couldn’t wait to make it their new home. 

VISIT IN PERSON

Join us at Villanova University for a student-led tour of campus. All tours begin at Austin Hall and advance registration is required.

VISIT ONLINE

The Nova Nation is a welcoming community even virtually. Staff and students are ready to introduce you to the Villanova experience.

ON THE ROAD

Can't get to campus? Our admission team will bring the Nova Nation to you through virtual college fairs and recruitment events.

From dawn to dusk, there’s no place quite like Villanova – our warm, welcoming community bustles with an energy and spirit you won’t find anywhere else. Get acquainted with our beautiful surroundings, our breathtaking architecture and the unique environment that make this a place like no other.

DAWN TO DUSK:

AN AERIAL TOUR OF VILLANOVA

An Aerial Tour of Villanova

VIRTUAL VISIT EVENTS

From virtual information sessions, student-led tours, roundtable discussions with current students and webinars with on-campus experts, Villanova offers many ways to connect with us from the comforts of your own home. There's a full schedule of recordings and upcoming events for you to check out. 

CONNECT WITH US

WHY SHOULD YOU VISIT VILLANOVA?

BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS

"I fell in love with the campus. It's just beautiful in all seasons." — Noa Kopplin, Biochemistry, Frisco, TX

CANDIDATES' DAY

“At Candidates’ Day, I could see that the students truly loved being Villanovans.” — Athul Rajesh, Biology, Newtown, PA

IDEAL LOCATION

"The East Coast location is ideal. There are so many opportunities nearby." — Meghan Scanlon, Nursing, Smithtown, NY

HOLDING DOORS

"From the students to the faculty, and even the alumni, everyone literally and figuratively holds the door open for each other." — Luke Brinkmann, Finance, Vienna, VA

SPIRIT AND EXCITEMENT

"There's a great balance of spirit and academic excitement." — Olivia Cero, Chemical Engineering, Bellevue, WA

KEY STATS

12

MILES FROM PHILADELPHIA

260

ACRES OF SUBURBAN CAMPUS

3

ON-CAMPUS TRAIN STOPS

EXPLORE PHILADELPHIA

You might have heard we are America's Birthplace. Seen Rocky. Know the Liberty Bell. But Philadelphia is so much more. Grab a cheesesteak and come see why National Geographic recently named The City of Brotherly Love the top city in the USA to visit.

EXPLORE PHILADELPHIA