About Villanova University

Founded in 1842, Villanova University. is a Private college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 6,999 full time undergraduate students, and 3,843 full time graduate students.

The Villanova University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 12:1. There are 644 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Villanova University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate43%
Application Deadline
Application Fee80
SAT Range1220-1420
ACT Range30-32

Admissions at VU are considered More Selective, with ,64% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 10 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

97% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 89% were in the top quarter, and 64% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Villanova University.

3%
“We”re apathetic”
35%
“We know about current events and vote”
57%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
4%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
3%
“We save it for the classroom”
28%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
10%
“All the time, including weekends”
1%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
27%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
73%
“I feel extremely safe”
1%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
40%
“We bought the gear”
59%
“We live for the big game”
17%
“It”s not really our thing”
48%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
33%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
2%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
48%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
37%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
56%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
1%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
5%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
62%
“We only party on weekends”
33%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
7%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
63%
“There might be people who do”
29%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
1%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
3%
“We”re apathetic”
35%
“We know about current events and vote”
57%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
4%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
3%
“We save it for the classroom”
28%
“Sometimes, but not often”
59%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
10%
“All the time, including weekends”
1%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
27%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
73%
“I feel extremely safe”
1%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
40%
“We bought the gear”
59%
“We live for the big game”
17%
“It”s not really our thing”
48%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
33%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
2%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
6%
“Available in class”
47%
“They keep regular office hours”
48%
“They”re always available”
6%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
37%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
56%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
1%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
5%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
62%
“We only party on weekends”
33%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
7%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
63%
“There might be people who do”
29%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
1%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Villanova University REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    134 Students rated on-campus housing 3.6 stars. 14 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    91 Students rated off-campus housing 3.1 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    140 Students rated campus food 3.6 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    142 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 32 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    141 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 56 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    142 Students rated school activities 4.2 stars. 45 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    143 Students rated local services 3.8 stars. 28 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    142 Students rated academics 3.8 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Villanova University?

27 Students rated Villanova University

Symposium - 03/23/2021

Es probable que los estereotipos de Villanova sean la verdad. Dudo que toda la gente que venga sean ricos. No creo que los estudiantes sepan que sean “preppy”. No creo que haya muchas fiestas en Villanova. Es probable que la gente que venga a Villanova también vaya a otros países para las vacaciones. Dudo que los estudiantes den mucha atención a su ropa como el párrafo dice. No creo que la administración diga que los estudiantes no puedan hacer fiestas pero simplemente los estudiantes no quieren fiestear mucho. Es posible que el estereotipo de Villanova no sea negativo. No creo que las niñas sean snobs, ricas, y niñas de papá. Dudo que los estudiantes vengan a la escuela si piensan que ese es el estereotipo. No pienso que los niños den la impresión que son fresas por el color de sus pantalones. Es posible que las personas digan que la escuela no es divertida. Yo quiero que todos sepan que hay mucho que hacer en Villanova. Aunque no haya muchas fiestas, hay muchas otras actividades.

Shanika

The title says it all!!

Sarah

I chose to come to Villanova on the very last day decision day. It was not a front runner because I had more academically challenging school put first. However, I chose to attend Nova because I felt like it would make me a more rounded engineer. As a computer engineer, I am one of the four girls in my graduating class. I came to the school expecting to be in the top half of my class, since the stereotypical Villanovan partied. I was shocked to find the amount of "cool" smart kids. Many of these students were all in the top 10{6f65e1278338a62264eed73e2adc5af8e2841420db12ceb4f80b8db22f3260ec} of their class, something I felt that the 49{6f65e1278338a62264eed73e2adc5af8e2841420db12ceb4f80b8db22f3260ec} admission rate doesn't represent. These kids aren't nerdy or geeky, in fact, they are some of the hardest partiers and jocks at the school! Another thing that was surprising was terrible Freshman year retention rate. If you ask anyone at the school, they probably know at least two people that transferred out of Villanova their freshman year. I have found that most people that transfer have nothing against the school, but just think that another school is a better match.

Deborah

I love the school. It is my perfect fit. The food is great and the professor are nice. The highlight of the school is probably the inviting culture. Everyone is nice and caring. The basketball scene is huge. It’s one of the things. Villanova is known for. It’s a great school with a new campus.

Villanova University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Villanova University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Villanova University is 43%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    Find something that you will enjoy and afford. Prestige isn't everything, comfortability is.

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  3. Describe the students at your school.

    generally friendly, mostly caucasian, some tend to be snobby

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  4. What is the stereotype of students at your school?

    all white rich kids, villa-no fun

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  5. Is the stereotype of students at your school accurate?

    Stereotypes are always based on a small sect of the population, and of course there are people at Nova who fit into the stereotype mold. But most of the students (even ones who may come off as fake and obnoxious) are caring and really sweet.

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  6. What are the academics like at your school?

    One thing you can get at Nova and not at bigger schools: student-professor relationships (and not creepy ones). It's so nice to have all of your professors know you by name, and to know you can easily visit them (and not a TA) during their office hours if you need any help. Classes aren't easy, but if you pick the right ones, you won't mind the work that's involved. I'm an accounting major, marketing and entrepreneurship minor--as well as currently studying abroad and planning to work in an internship during a semester--and I was able to fit that all into four years without much of a problem. If you're looking at an accounting major and want to go to a school that's not JUST about accounting, I would definitely recommend Villanova!

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  7. What is your overall opinion of this school?

    The best thing about Villanova is the importance placed on social justice. Even though I am not Catholic, this is one of the values that I cherish about Catholicism and I believe that if I had gone to another institution I might not have been as involved within the surrounding community. My freshmen year I had the opportunity to go on a service break trip to Kingston, Jamaica and this experience completely changed the path that I was on at Villanova. Before this experience, I did not really have much direction as to what clubs and activities that I wanted to be involved with. One thing that I would change about Villanova is the administration emphasis on athletics. Although this is an important part of Villanova and most likely brings in a lot of revenue for the school, I believe that much can still be done to improve classroom space and support. I think that Villanova is just the right size. It is big enough so that you don't feel like you're back in high school but also small enough so that you can see many familiar faces when walking to class. When I tell people that I go to Villanova they normally react by saying wow, that's a great school. I am honored to go to a school that has such a good academic reputation. On campus, I spend most of my time in the library. There are so many spots to not only study but also hangout with friends and catch up. The entire mainline has many universities and colleges in the area which makes it very welcoming to students. There are many local restaurants that support students and make it convenient for students to eat or hangout there. It is not unusual to see many students sporting 'Nova gear because many students are proud of the institution. Although there is definitely still some room for improvement, Villanova has been a great place to spend my last four years!

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  8. What are the most popular student activities/groups?

    The social scene at Nova isn't crazy, and I wouldn't call it a party school either. But I've never been pressed with having nothing to do. Even if we aren't drinking, there's one of the biggest malls in the country located close by, and tons of restaurants down the street. Dorm halls range from small former-houses to huge 5 story, multi-winged buildings. You get a different experience with dorm life depending on your dorm hall, and I've lived in both large and small. I met my best friends in the tiny dorm building we had freshman year, where we kept our doors open all the time and did everything together. But this year in the larger building the doors stay closed, and I don't really know my neighbors. It's all a matter of the effort you make, really.

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  9. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    Small classes, a major I am very happy with, supportive teaching and advising. It is small but comfortable, and the instructors clearly love what they do. The enthusiasm is contagious. Good career opportunities in many majors. Flexibile schedule options, nice people.

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  10. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Villanova not only offers its students a great education but a litany of resources for personal self development.

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  11. What's unique about your campus?

    The best thing about my school is the dedication that the students have to their work and to service.

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  12. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    That there was not much ethnic diversity or financial diversity amongst the students. Also that alcohol is a basically all people do on the weekends.

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  13. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A white student from a middle to upper class town in the Northeast who attributes themselves as preppy and slightly modern

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  14. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Anyone who is very closed off or mean-spirited. Villanova is incredibly community-focused and values friendships and relationships that last. Students that relish in competition for the sake of winning rather than for the opportunity and experience would also not work with Villanova. Students here are very competitive; however, students want to win to achieve and excel personally rather than to beat or "out-do" others.

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  15. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I don't really brag about my school. It's not brag worthy.

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  16. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    Lack of diversity

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  17. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    The most frustrating thing abut Villanova is its lack of diversity however, the University has been taking recent measures to change this. Another frustrating thing about Villanova is financial aid. They tend to take away money from you every year.

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  18. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Basketball, Villanova School of Business, Engineering

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  19. What is the stereotype of students at your school? Is this stereotype accurate?

    Most of the school is primarily white. Although this stereotype is diversity can still be found in the school except in smaller quantities. The diversity is increasing with each incoming class.

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  20. Describe the dorms.

    For each of your three years living on campus at Villanova, there is the dorm that everyone wants to live in...and a dorm that no one wants to live in. Which buildings should you aim for? The scoop lies here.

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  21. Why did you decide to go to this school?

    a member of Villanova’s Blue Key Society gives his speech on why he chose to come to Nova.

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Student Body

Students

53%

female

47%

male

6,999

Total Undergrad Enrollment

3,843

Total Grad Students

82%

Out-Of-State

17%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

230

Student Organizations

13

Fraternities

11

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

42%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
7%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
7%
% White or Caucasian
75%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

65% of students attending Villanova University receive some sort of financial aid. 15% were awarded federal grants. While 46% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$49,280

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,100

Books and Supplies

$13,093

Room and Board

63,473

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$19,284
$30 - $48K
$25,649
$48 - $75K
$29,815
$75 - $110K
$31,871
$110K & UP
$48,243

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