Known for biology
Arcadia University is a private institution in Glenside with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1210, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.8K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
64% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,336 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,866.
Established
1853
Mascot
Archie
Type
Private university
Conference
NCAA Division III within the MAC Freedom of the Middle Atlantic Conference
Division
Division III
79%Acceptance
1210SAT Avg
1,799Students
11:1Student:Faculty
64%Grad Rate
$58,336Earnings 10yr
$25,866Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate79.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1210
Reading & WritingMid: 600
553650
MathMid: 580
530660
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 25
2630
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$48,290
Room & Board$16,250
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$61,240
Average Net Price$25,866
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$18,744
$30–48K$20,872
$48–75K$21,027
$75–110K$27,220
$110K+$31,115
Programs (92)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,799
Gender Split
63% / 37%
Women / Men
First Generation
31%
Pell Grant Recipients
28%
Race & Ethnicity
White 56%
Black 15%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 5%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 8%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate64.0%
Freshman Retention80.5%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,004
8 Years$54,111
10 Years$58,336
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$44,000
Men
$57,600
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia