Villanova University
Faith-based college · Villanova, PA · 6,938 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
27%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1395–1510
ACT (middle 50%)
32–34
Average net price
$41,536
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$88,293
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
93%
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 Villanova University?
Villanova University accepts about 27 of every 100 applicants (27%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1395 and 1510 on the SAT. A score at or above 1510 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1395, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 32–34.
The latest federal data says Villanova 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 Villanova University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Villanova University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $88,293 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $41,536 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 $70,826 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$70,826
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$70,826
- Room & board$18,520
- Total cost of attendance$88,293
- Average net price after grants$41,536
Popular majors
Business, Engineering, Social Sciences, Health Professions & Nursing, Communications.
Villanova University FAQ
- What is Villanova University's acceptance rate?
- 27% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Villanova University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1395–1510. Aim for 1510 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Villanova University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 32–34.
- Is Villanova University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Villanova 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 Villanova University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Villanova University cost?
- About $88,293 a year before aid; $41,536 on average after grants.
- What is Villanova University's FAFSA school code?
- 003388. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Villanova University receives your information.
- What is Villanova University's graduation rate?
- 93% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Villanova University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh UniversityBethlehem, PA | 26% | 1370–1500 | $25,272 | 85% |
| Franklin and Marshall CollegeLancaster, PA | 28% | 1310–1463 | $33,445 | 79% |
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| Bryn Mawr CollegeBryn Mawr, PA | 29% | 1280–1510 | $44,593 | 83% |
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