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Colleges / Villanova University

Villanova University

Villanova, PA 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate25%

Villanova Academics

Villanova University requires at least 122 credit hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Villanova University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Villanova University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 91% of students who start college at Villanova University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Villanova University true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Villanova University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Villanova University?

Villanova University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement, but there is a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Villanova University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Villanova University

When choosing a major, Villanova University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Villanova University. Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed. Villanova University false.Villanova University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Villanova University


Does Villanova University Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Villanova University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Villanova University Have An Online Program?

✅ Villanova University true for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Villanova University Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Villanova University true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Villanova University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Villanova University true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Villanova University.

Does Villanova University Require Internships?

❌ Students at Villanova University are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Villanova University does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.


Additional Information About Villanova University


Villanova University Library

The main library on campus is the Falvey Memorial Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Villanova University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Villanova offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering

•Arts/liberal studies, classical studies, communication, criminal justice, political science, psychology, Spanish, religious studies, computer science, biology, chemistry, mathematics, mathematics/applied statistics, human resources development, busin

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Villanova University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Villanova University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Villanova University include:

•an ARMY ROTC branch unit on campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit on campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Villanova Majors & Subject Areas

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

10,383

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

25%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$64,700

Out-of-State

$64,700

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jan 15
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