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Arcadia University
Founded in 1853, Arcadia University is a 4-year private institution in the Philadelphia metro area. The Arcadia campus hosts six colleges and schools conferring undergraduate degrees, including the College of Global Studies which oversees study abroad programs. Arcadia’s most well-known building on campus is Grey Towers Castle, a National Historic Landmark that houses first year student residences and administrative offices. For students interested in the fine arts, Arcadia is also home to four on-campus art galleries including the nationally recognized Spruance Gallery.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Presbyterian Church (USA)
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
Admissions Requirements
SAT
Yes
ACT
Yes
Transcript
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
29%
Submitting ACT
87%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 24
Average SAT Composite: 1145
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
3,811
Total Number of Undergrads
2,390
Classroom Sizes
0
100
50%
Graduate in 4 Years
US National: 28%
0
100
60%
Graduate in 6 Years
US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $40,260
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| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $40,260
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Additional Costs
Room and Board
The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
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$13,500
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| Books and Supplies | $1500
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Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
Students Receiving Grants
Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
98%
Average Aid Per Year
$26,718
98%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,735
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$26,718
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans
Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
90%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,245
Average Debt at Graduation
The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$27,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment
The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$279
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
72
Size of Town
Suburb or town
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Yes
Housing
0
100
49%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Knights
School Colors
Grey/Scarlet
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Eastern College Athletic Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Top 5 Cities
Philadelphia
New York
Washington
Allentown
Boston
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$42,500
What Students Are Saying
3.43
Average Rating
If you are interested in studying abroad then Arcadia University is the school for you. It is very open to all cultures hence it is very diverse. Finally the professors and staff are very friendly and approachable and there is a one on one with the professors policy that is enforced.
Imoinda from Philadelphia, PA
Arcadia University is a great college whose professors and staff truly care about the well-being of all the students. A small campus with plenty of 1-on-1 help, small classes, and great resources allow students to feel anything is possible when give the right tools and support. I could not see myself graduating from any other school if given the choice!
Jolene from Harleysville, PA
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