Arcadia University
Private college · Glenside, PA · 1,948 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
80%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1065–1265
ACT (middle 50%)
—
Average net price
$25,397
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$66,617
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
58%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Arcadia University?
Arcadia University accepts about 80 of every 100 applicants (80%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1065 and 1265 on the SAT. A score at or above 1265 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1065, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Arcadia University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Arcadia University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Arcadia University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $66,617 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $25,397 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $50,940 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$50,940
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$50,940
- Room & board$17,660
- Total cost of attendance$66,617
- Average net price after grants$25,397
Popular majors
Biology, Business, Visual & Performing Arts, Social Sciences, Psychology.
Arcadia University FAQ
- What is Arcadia University's acceptance rate?
- 80% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Arcadia University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1065–1265. Aim for 1265 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Arcadia University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Arcadia University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Arcadia University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Arcadia University cost?
- About $66,617 a year before aid; $25,397 on average after grants.
- What is Arcadia University's FAFSA school code?
- 003235. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Arcadia University receives your information.
- What is Arcadia University's graduation rate?
- 58% of students finish within six years.
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