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Adelphi University
Adelphi University
GARDEN CITY, NY . 4 Year 3.7
#823 in Best Colleges in America
ONE SOUTH AVE GARDEN CITY, NY 11530

Overview

Adelphi University is a private university located in Garden City, New York, founded in 1896. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including business, education, psychology, health sciences, arts, and humanities. The university is known for its small class sizes and interactive teaching methods, featuring modern facilities for teaching, research, and the performing arts. It emphasizes interdisciplinary research and practical application, while also providing students with career development opportunities through internships, community service, and global exchange programs. Adelphi University emphasizes personalized education, social responsibility, and leadership development, making it an excellent choice for students seeking comprehensive growth.

Rankings

  • 42

    #42 in Most Liberal Colleges in America

  • 5

    #5 91 in Best Colleges in America

  • 115

    #115 in Best Colleges for Nursing in America

  • Most Liberal Colleges in America 42 of 100
  • Best Colleges for Nursing in America 115 of 774
  • Best Colleges for Sports Management in America 142 of 454

Academics

  • B Academics
  • A Value
  • ADiversity
  • B+Campus
  • BAthletics
  • B Party Scene
  • C+Professors
  • ALocation
  • CDorms
  • C+Campus Food
  • B+Student Life
  • ASafety

Majors

  • Nursing
    496 Graduates
  • Psychology
    99 Graduates
  • Biology
    72 Graduates
  • Business
    58 Graduates
  • Information Science
    50 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    39 Graduates
  • Communications
    35 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    35 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    33 Graduates
  • Accounting
    31 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 78%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    1
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $26,701
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    95%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    71%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    94%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    4,780 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    275
  • Undergrads Over 25
    6%
  • Pell Grant
    30%
  • Varsity Athletes
    7%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Northeast-10 Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (without football)

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