Villanova University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
Villanova University is a private research university in Villanova, Pennsylvania, serving roughly 6,938 students. Admission is selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 26.98% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $100,423 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $67,776
- 2024 Average Net Price: $43,756 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 26.98% Selective
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 6,938 97.0% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 91.86%
- Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
- First-Generation Students: 12.6%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 4.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 63.1%
- Average SAT Score: 1460
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 7,528
- Applicants (IPEDS): 23,127
- Room & Board: $17,694 annual estimate
Villanova University: what the data shows
Common questions about Villanova University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Villanova University?
Villanova University is located in Villanova, PA (ZIP 19085-1699).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Villanova University public or private?
Villanova University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Villanova University cost?
Published tuition: $67,776.
Average net price after aid: $43,756.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $17,823 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $16,496 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,923 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $33,389 |
| $110,001+ | $58,741 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $271,104.
How hard is it to get into Villanova University?
Admission rate: 26.98%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1460 and midpoint ACT 33.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Villanova University?
Total enrollment: 6,938 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 7,528 students.
Graduate enrollment: 3,037 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Villanova University?
150%-time completion rate: 91.86%.
First-year retention: 95.1%.
What do graduates of Villanova University earn?
Median earnings: $84,905 six years after entry; $100,423 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,874.
12.02% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Villanova University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Business Administration and Management, General (238 completions)
- Finance, General (231 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (228 completions)
- Law (213 completions)
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric (164 completions)
- Accounting (132 completions)
- Management Science (124 completions)
- Psychology, General (117 completions)
- Human Resources Development (107 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (105 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Villanova University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 26.98%; completion rate 91.86%; median earnings $100,423 at 10 years; net price $43,756. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$67,776
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Villanova University was $67,776.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$43,756
2024 Value
In 2024 Villanova University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $43,756.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$175,024 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$43,756 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$271,104 4-Year Tuition
$17,694 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$710 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$86,180 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$344,720 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for Villanova University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
12.02% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
34.99% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Villanova University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Villanova University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $44,430 | $44,430 | $33,371 |
| 2014 | $45,966 | $45,966 | $35,565 |
| 2015 | $47,616 | $47,616 | $36,563 |
| 2016 | $49,280 | $49,280 | $38,229 |
| 2017 | $51,284 | $51,284 | $41,849 |
| 2018 | $53,308 | $53,308 | $40,134 |
| 2019 | $55,280 | $55,280 | $41,027 |
| 2020 | $57,460 | $57,460 | $43,577 |
| 2021 | $59,020 | $59,020 | $34,784 |
| 2022 | $61,618 | $61,618 | $43,090 |
| 2023 | $64,701 | $64,701 | $44,876 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
26.98% Acceptance Rate
23,127 Total Applicants
5,810 Students Admitted
1,740 First-Time Students Enrolled
29.95% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is highly selective, accepting fewer than 3 in 10 applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1460
ACT Average: 33
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.7 - 3.9
Estimated Median GPA: 3.85
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
Villanova University reported total enrollment of about 6,938 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 46% male and 54% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (67.7%), Hispanic or Latino (11.3%), and Asian (6.7%). About 12.02% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 12.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.0% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Villanova University in 2024 is 6,938 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,528 students. Graduate enrollment is about 3,037 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
95.1%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 67.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
89.37% 100% Completion Time
91.86% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 89.37% of students graduating from Villanova University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Business Administration and Management, General: 62% male / 38% female
- Finance, General: 70% male / 30% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 11% male / 89% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Villanova University.
Return on Investment
$25,874 Median Student Debt
$100,423 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
25.77% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
473.77% Return on Investment
2.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Villanova University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 95 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Business Administration and Management, General: 238 completions
2. Finance, General: 231 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 228 completions
4. Law: 213 completions
5. Speech Communication and Rhetoric: 164 completions
6. Accounting: 132 completions
7. Management Science: 124 completions
8. Psychology, General: 117 completions
9. Human Resources Development: 107 completions
Most popular programs at Villanova University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Villanova University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Villanova University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 63.1%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $13,825
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $21,398
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
Villanova University is a private non-profit institution located in Villanova, PA, classified as Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 6,938 students. Student body composition includes White (67.7%), Hispanic or Latino (11.3%), Asian (6.7%). It is selective, with an admission rate of 26.98%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1460. The 150%-time completion rate is 91.86%. Approximately 12.02% of students receive Pell Grants. About 12.6% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
Location
Villanova, PA 19085-1699
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 91.86% graduation rate, Villanova University demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.
Strong Career Outcomes: Villanova University graduates report median earnings of $100,423 ten years after entry, placing them among the higher-earning college graduates nationally. This strong earnings potential reflects both the quality of education and the career opportunities available to graduates.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 95 distinct degree programs, Villanova University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Villanova University located?
Villanova University is located in Villanova, PA.
What is Villanova University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at Villanova University is 27.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 23,127 applicants and 5,810 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does Villanova University cost?
Reported tuition is $67,776 and average net price is $43,756 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $17,694 annually.
What is the student body demographics at Villanova University?
Villanova University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 7,528 students, White (67.7%), Hispanic or Latino (11.3%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend Villanova University?
About 12.6% of students at Villanova University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for Villanova University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Villanova University reports midpoint SAT about 1460 and midpoint ACT about 33.
What do graduates of Villanova University earn?
Median earnings are $84,905 six years after entry and $100,423 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Villanova University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 91.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Villanova University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,874.
Is Villanova University public or private?
Villanova University is a private nonprofit institution located in Villanova, PA.
Is Villanova University an HBCU?
No. Villanova University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Villanova University a tribal college?
No. Villanova University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Pennsylvania college costs
- Pennsylvania colleges by ROI
- Mid East regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Pennsylvania
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.