Villanova University is a private Catholic research university in Villanova, Pennsylvania, known for strong programs in business, engineering, nursing, political science, and the liberal arts plus a close‑knit, school‑spirit‑driven campus and Division I basketball culture. Students often rave about the suburban Philadelphia location, small class sizes, many clubs and organizations, game‑day energy, and the supportive, community‑oriented student‑life vibe.
Common Majors
business, engineering, nursing and health‑related fields, political science
“Villanova feels like a tight‑knit Catholic campus in the Philadelphia suburbs where you can study in strong business and engineering programs, join lots of clubs and basketball game days, and still be close to the city, and many students say they were surprised by how quickly the close‑knit classes and campus traditions made them feel like part of a real Villanova family.”
Team & Tuition
Tuition (no scholarship)
$61,618
Conference
Big East Conference
Scholarships Available
Yes. Both athletic and academic.