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Arcadia University
Arcadia University
GLENSIDE, PA . 4 Year 3.3
#2148 in Best Colleges in America
450 S EASTON RD GLENSIDE, PA 19038

Overview

Arcadia University, located in Glenside, Pennsylvania, is a private liberal arts institution known for its global focus and commitment to academic excellence. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in fields such as business, education, health sciences, arts and sciences, and international studies. Arcadia emphasizes experiential learning, offering students opportunities for internships, service learning, study abroad programs, and research projects that help them apply their knowledge in real-world settings. The university maintains small class sizes, ensuring that students receive personalized attention from faculty members who are dedicated to fostering intellectual growth and critical thinking. Arcadia’s commitment to global education is reflected in its diverse student body and international partnerships, encouraging students to develop cross-cultural understanding and become global citizens. With a focus on holistic development, Arcadia University offers a vibrant campus life, including student organizations, athletics, and leadership opportunities, helping students grow academically, personally, and professionally.


Rankings

  • 75

    #75 in Most Liberal Colleges in America

  • 2148

    #2148 in Best Colleges in America

  • 298

    #298 in Best Colleges for English in America

  • Most Liberal Colleges in America 75 of 100
  • Best Colleges for English in America 298 of 901
  • Best Colleges for Criminal Justice in America 324 of 706

Academics

  • B Academics
  • C+Value
  • A Diversity
  • C Campus
  • C+Athletics
  • C Party Scene
  • B Professors
  • B Location
  • D+Dorms
  • CCampus Food
  • C Student Life
  • B Safety

Majors

  • Biology
    84 Graduates
  • Psychology
    38 Graduates
  • Information Science
    30 Graduates
  • Criminology
    24 Graduates
  • Actuarial Science
    22 Graduates
  • Creative Writing
    18 Graduates
  • Healthcare Management
    15 Graduates
  • Business
    14 Graduates
  • Education
    14 Graduates
  • Public Health
    14 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 82%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    0

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $27,414
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    62%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,646 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    186
  • Undergrads Over 25
    4%
  • Pell Grant
    38%
  • Varsity Athletes
    31%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    6:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Middle Atlantic Conferences
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (without football)

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