Villanova University
Location: Villanova, PA (suburban)
Size: 7,037 students
Avg percent need-met: 83%
Acceptance rate: 30%
Middle 50% ACT: 30-33 **Test Optional through Fall 2022**
Middle 50% SAT: 1320-1460 **Test Optional through Fall 2022**
Villanova is an athletic and academic powerhouse. Business is one of their most popular majors, and they boast great academics across the board. Professors are passionate and classwork strives to include real-world applications. In general, Villanova has a strong sense of community, a great support system, and lots of resources available for students. Sports are big, with 24 varsity teams competing at a D1 level and 75% of students participating in intramural athletics. Students are known to be respectful, well-rounded, friendly, and active in clubs and activities. Villanova is a quick train ride from Philadelphia, so there’s lots to do both on and off campus.
Popular majors / known for: Business, Finance, Nursing, Engineering, Social Sciences
Academic approach: Research university
Fun fact / campus tradition: Every year Villanova kicks off basketball season with Hoops Mania, which includes awards and celebrations of the men’s and women’s teams and a concert - last year featured Grammy-nominated artist Offset!
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Similarity to Cornell
Cornell and Villanova have similar campus vibes, with lots of school spirit and a strong sense of community
Villanova is a little closer to Philadelphia than Cornell is to NYC, but both have access to a major city nearby.
Both boast strong business and engineering programs and great opportunities for research.
Application Details
RD deadline: January 15th
Priority deadline: November 1st
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $80
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: Required, due January 15th
Interviews: Not Considered
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