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Strong graduate outcomes — known for biology
Ursinus College is a private suburban institution in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1304.
A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
77% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $73,721 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $30,485.
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Ursinus College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1304
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
26.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$26,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (37)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
84%
- •84% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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History & Fun Facts
- •History 19th century In 1867, members of the German Reformed Church began plans to establish a Christian college.
- •John Bomberger served as the college's first president from 1869 until his death in 1890.
- •In 1870, instruction began at the college in September; on October 4, the Zwinglian Literary Society was founded.
- •Women were first admitted in 1881, as a direct consequence of the closing of the Pennsylvania Female College in 1880.
- •A separate literary society for women, The Olevian, was formed in 1885.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
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Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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