Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
25.12%
SAT Average
1,466
ACT Range
32-34
Villanova University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 25.12%. This means approximately 251 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,005 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
25.12%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $64,701 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $64,701 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $80,866 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $44,876 | State avg: $20,881. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 11.55% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 36.56% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Villanova University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$64,701
Room and board
$16,896
Books and supplies
$1,100
Other expenses
$2,300
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$80,866
Average net price
$44,876
Average aid coverage
45%
$35,990 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Villanova University pays approximately $44,876 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Pennsylvania average of $20,881 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Villanova University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Pennsylvania and national averages.
Villanova University net price
$44,876
Pennsylvania average
$20,881
National average
$17,506
Villanova University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $64,701 and average net price at $44,876. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$64,701
Current net price
$44,876
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
92.41%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$100,423
Undergraduates
7,005
10-Year Median Earnings - Villanova University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Villanova University graduates earn about 2.3x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Villanova University?
Undergraduates
7,005
Completion rate
92.41%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
11.55%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
36.56%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 11.55% of Villanova University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 36.56% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Villanova University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Villanova University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Villanova University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Villanova University is listed at 800 Lancaster Avenue, Villanova, PA 19085-1699. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Villanova University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | 25.12% | $64,701 | $44,876 | $100,423 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Not available | Not available | Not available | $138,767 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | 11.40% | $63,829 | $31,671 | $114,862 |
| University of Pennsylvania | 5.87% | $66,104 | $31,229 | $111,371 |
| Lehigh University | 29.26% | $62,180 | $33,549 | $105,584 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Villanova University's acceptance rate?
Villanova University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 25.12%.
How much is Villanova University tuition?
Villanova University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $64,701.
What is Villanova University's average net price?
Villanova University's average net price in the local dataset is $44,876.
What does Villanova University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $16,914 for Villanova University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Villanova University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $100,423 for Villanova University.
Is Villanova University accredited?
Villanova University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Villanova University?
The local dataset lists 7,005 undergraduate students at Villanova University.
What percentage of Villanova University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Villanova University in the local dataset is 11.55%.
What is the federal loan rate at Villanova University?
The federal loan rate for Villanova University in the local dataset is 36.56%.
Where should I verify Villanova University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Villanova University or the latest official federal education data.