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The only Augustinian Catholic university in the nation, Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú values a personalized experience where teachers and students are partners in learning and scholarly inquiry. From undergraduate to doctoral students, Âé¶¹Èë¿Úns are intellectually inspired, morally grounded, globally minded. Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú attracts and forges world changers—people who ignite positive change everywhere life takes them. 

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS

BACHELOR'S

60+ bachelor's programs in the liberal arts, business, engineering, nursing and the sciences

MASTER'S

40+ master's programs across disciplines, including 5-year bachelor's/master's programs

DOCTORAL

Distinctive doctoral programs in the fields of engineering, nursing, philosophy and theology

LAW

JD and joint degrees offered in coordination with other schools and departments

ONLINE

Degree and certificate programs offered online, in-person or hybrid
depending on individual learning needs

CERTIFICATE

A wide variety of undergraduate, post-baccalaureate and graduate certificates,
as well as non-credit professional programs

AT A GLANCE

6,700

FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

3,100

GRADUATE AND LAW
STUDENTS

153

FULBRIGHT STUDENT AWARD RECIPIENTS SINCE 2018

95.3%

SUCCESSFULLY 
SECURED OPPORTUNITIES

140,000+

ALUMNI
WORLDWIDE

12

MILES
OUTSIDE PHILADELPHIA

ACADEMICS

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Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú is a closely connected academic community with renowned faculty, rich resources and a personalized, supportive learning environment.

Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú provides exceptional opportunities for a wide range of academic experiences, including hands-on research, interdisciplinary collaboration and experiential learning.

VILLANOVA EXPERIENCE

 

 

VILLANOVA NEWS

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Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, to be Honored with 2025 Globy Award for Lifetime Achievement by the Global Philadelphia Association

Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Globy Award for Lifetime Achievement by the Global Philadelphia Association. The award will be presented at the 10th Annual Globy Awards celebration, which recognizes distinguished Philadelphians whose work has made a lasting impact across the region and beyond.

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Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Nursing Researcher Awarded $798,158 R25 Education Project Grant from the National Institutes of Health

Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Nursing Researcher Awarded $798,158 R25 Education Project Grant from the National Institutes of Health

Bridgette M. Rice, PhD, MDiv, APRN, FAAN, Associate Dean for Research and Innovation and the Richard and Marianne Kreider Endowed Professor in Nursing for Vulnerable Populations at Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú’s M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing (FCN), has been awarded a $798,000 R25 Education Project grant from the National Institute for Nursing Research (NINR) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). 

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Charting the Course for Recovery: Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Geography and the Environment Professor Turns to Maps to Help Plan Repopulation of Iconic American Chestnut

Charting the Course for Recovery: Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Geography and the Environment Professor Turns to Maps to Help Plan Repopulation of Iconic American Chestnut

Invasive pests and pathogens are attacking native trees and threatening the biodiversity of our historic Eastern forests. For Jen Santoro, PhD, the key to recovering these important species—like the American chestnut—begins with the coordinates.

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Randy Foye ’06 CLAS Named Recipient of 2025 Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Alumni Association Loyalty Award

Randy Foye ’06 CLAS Named Recipient of 2025 Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Alumni Association Loyalty Award

The Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Alumni Association has announced the selection of Randy Foye ’06 CLAS as the recipient of its 2025 Loyalty Award. The oldest alumni honor conferred by the University, the Loyalty Award was instituted in 1932 and is presented annually to alumni who have rendered distinguished service to Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú.

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Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Cabrini Campus Opening in 2026

Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú’s new 112-acre Cabrini Campus will open in August 2026, providing the opportunity for the University to enhance its programs and commitment to advancing Catholic higher education. This addition will support all aspects of campus life, providing a space that nurtures a true living and learning experience in Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú’s Augustinian Catholic tradition. 

VILLANOVA ATHLETICS

Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú student-athletes are powerfully connected to a tradition of excellence—both academic and athletic. They strive and triumph as much in the classroom as they do in competition.

And for student-athletes and fans alike, Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú Athletics is a special way to experience the bond of the Nova Nation.

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VILLANOVA'S CAMPUS

Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú is located on a 260-acre campus, 12 miles/19 kilometers west of Philadelphia. Three campus rail stops provide quick access to Philadelphia. Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú also is conveniently close to New York and Washington, D.C.

A map drawing that shows NYC is 95mi/2-hr drive to Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú, Philadelphia is 12mi/20-min drive to Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú, Washington DC is 135mi/2.5-hr drive to Âé¶¹Èë¿Ú