Villanova University
Villanova's vibrant and distinctive community is rooted in the values of truth, unity, and love. Founded in 1842, Villanova is the only Augustinian Catholic university in the nation. At Villanova, you'll find a personalized experience where teachers and students are partners in learning and scholarly inquiry, along with a campus community that is curious, driven and involved. About Villanova:
- As a top-ranked national university, we offer more than 100 majors and minors in the liberal arts, sciences, business, engineering, and nursing.
- Our suburban location, only 12 miles outside of Philadelphia, features four beautiful seasons, gorgeous gothic architecture, and three on-campus train stations.
- There are over 300 student organizations where students can explore their interests and passions.
- Villanova students participate in more than 250,000 hours of service in the region and globally each year.
- Our students compete in 24 varsity NCAA Division I sports and a wide variety of intramural and club sports.
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Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
- Distance/online learning
Application information
First-year
- Submit the Common Application with the Member School Section for Villanova.
- Ask your school counselor to send the Secondary School Report Form and your official High School transcript.
- Villanova University has announced a test-optional policy for the 2025-26 Admission Cycle. Should you choose to submit scores, Villanova offers you the option to self-report your SAT and/or ACT. All non-native English speakers are required to submit official TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo results.
Transfer
Complete the Transfer Common Application or the Villanova University Transfer Application with appropriate program information and submit with required credentials by the following deadline:
Fall term:
- March 15 for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Electrical Engineering in the College of Engineering, and the Villanova School of Business.
Transfer Housing
Villanova University is unfortunately not able to guarantee on-campus housing for transfer students. To assist with finding off campus housing, the Office for Residence Life maintains a web page with off-campus housing information, where you will find a list of apartment complexes in the area, a database that may help you find a roommate, and other resources.
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Additional information
- The Office of Financial Assistance provides complete information about financial aid at Villanova, including important deadlines and how to apply, as well as current year costs.
- A limited number of merit-based scholarships are available, including the Presidential Scholarship, for students who have demonstrated academic achievement and active participation in their school and the broader civic community.
Visit us
We invite you to spend a day at Villanova, and you’ll see why so many students couldn’t wait to make our campus their new home. Join us for a student-led campus tour or explore campus at your own pace with our self-guided resources. You can also check us out from the comfort of home by attending a live virtual information session and tour.
“Become What You Are Not Yet.” – Saint Augustine