64%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 5,930 |
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| Declined | + 3,313 |
| Total Received | 9,243 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Allegheny College | Meadville, PA |
| Hofstra University | Hempstead, NY |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| Swarthmore College | Swarthmore, PA |
| The University of Tampa | Tampa, FL |
| University of San Francisco | San Francisco, CA |
| Seton Hall University | South Orange, NJ |
| Quinnipiac University | Hamden, CT |
| University of Dayton | Dayton, OH |
| University of the Sciences in Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA |
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Arcadia University, founded in 1853 as Beaver Female Seminary, is a coeducational, liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church. Its 76-acre campus is located in Glenside, 20 minutes from Philadelphia by train.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
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| Campus Enrollment | 3,662 |
| Established in | 1853 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• ACBSP (Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs) • ARC-PA (Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant) • CEPH (Council on Education for Public Health) • MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education) • NASAD (National Association of Schools of Art and Design) |
76-acre, suburban campus in Glenside (population: 8,384), 20 miles from downtown Philadelphia. Served by train; major airport and bus serve Philadelphia.
Arcadia University
450 South Easton Road
Glenside, PA 19038-3295
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| Application fee | $30
(waived if filed online) |
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| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline |
January 15 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Considered if submitted SAT or ACT Required |
64%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 5,930 |
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| Declined | + 3,313 |
| Total Received | 9,243 |
Recommendations
Secondary school record
Standardized test scores
Class rank
Essay
Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Particular talent/ability
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
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Mark Lapreziosa
Vice President for Enrollment Management
P: 215 572-2910
F: 215 881-8767
admiss@arcadia.edu
81%
$30,047
| Tuition | $43,740 |
| Room | $9,000 |
| Board | $4,900 |
| Additional fees | $700 |
| Books & supplies | $1,500 |
| Total | $59,840 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $30,047 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $29,793 |
Need-based
| Federal | $3,721,533 |
| State | $2,423,980 |
| Institutional | $42,691,000 |
| Other external | $501,787 |
| Total | $49,338,300 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | $1,862 |
| State | |
| Institutional | $8,270,402 |
| Other external | $270,012 |
| Total | $8,542,276 |
|---|
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FAFSA
Institution's own financial aid form
P: 215 572-2980
Holly Kirkpatrick
Director of Financial Aid
kirkpath@arcadia.edu
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Brian Granata (men's)
Director Of Athletics
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47%
Transfer applicants accepted
35%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Recommended of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Required of Some |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Recommended of All |
Maximum transfered
90
Minimum transfers must complete
32
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | |
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| Countries most often represented |
Brazil China India Mexico Pakistan Saudi Arabia |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
English lab Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Office of Enrollment Management
+1-877-ARCADIA
admiss@arcadia.edu
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