Villanova, PA

Villanova University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Villanova University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Villanova, PA.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
Villanova University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

27% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 23,256 applied, 6,274 accepted, and 1,740 enrolled in Villanova.
773 men and 967 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

1,450 SAT, 33 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,450 and ACT score is 33. The SAT score of 1450 is very high, 94 to 96 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total139514501510
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing685710740
Math710740770
ACT Score
Composite323334
Math303234
English333535

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $67,776 for undergraduate programs and $22,335 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 4.75% compared to last year at Villanova University.

Financial Aid

3,411 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $41,495.
For freshmen, 1,145 students (65%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $42,948.

Student Population

A total of 10,041 students enrolled Villanova in 2025.
By gender, 4,620 men and 5,421 women students are enrolled.
There are 7,004 undergraduate and 3,037 graduate students.

185 Major Programs

  • 3 programs through online
  • 45 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Villanova is 92% and the transfer-out rate is 7%.
The retention rate is 95% for full-time and 95% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
92%
Transfer-out Rate
7%
Retention Rate
95%
Students to Faculty Ratio
10 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,232 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Villanova and the average faculty salary is $124,818. The studetns to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.
There are 3,306 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $86,192.
Number of Faculties
1,232
Average Faculty Salary
$124,818
Number of Staffs
3,306
Average Staff Salary
$86,192

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries

Athletics

Villanova University is a member of Big East Conference.