Villanova University

Getting in is the hard part. Villanova University admitted 27.0% of applicants in its most recent reported class, one of the lowest rates in the country. Realistically it is a reach for every applicant, no matter how strong.

Admitted students cluster near the top of the testing range: the middle 50% score 1395–1510 on the SAT and 32–34 on the ACT. Scores at or above that band keep you in contention, but they do not decide it.

The real question is not your odds but your move. That is where Spike comes in: it reads your profile against what Villanova University actually rewards, and tells you what to do next.

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Scholarship and teaching are equally valued at Villanova, and their interconnection enriches the academic environment for both faculty and students.

Villanova offers over 60 bachelor's programs across liberal arts, business, engineering, nursing, and sciences, emphasizing hands-on research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and experiential learning.

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• College of EngineeringEngineering
• Villanova School of BusinessBusiness

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The current prompts, straight from the application. These change year to year, so most guides you will find are a cycle behind.

• What is a lesson in life that you have learned that you would want to share with others at Villanova?

  Up to 250 words

• Villanova embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) with a commitment to thoughtful, ethical use rooted in our Augustinian mission and values. How do you see technology helping you to lead, serve, and contribute to the common good?

  Up to 250 words

• As Pope Leo XIV (Villanova Class of 1977) has said, "no one can single-handedly bear the weight of the challenges the world is facing, just as no one is so weak that they cannot play their part." What have you done to play your part in advancing equity and justice in your community?

  Up to 250 words

• "Villanova" means "new home." Why do you want to call Villanova your new home?

  Up to 250 words

• At Villanova, we often say "each of us strengthens all of us." Please detail a time when someone has borrowed some of your strength in their time of need.

  Up to 250 words

Every prompt, with how to approach each →

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The sticker price is about $84,793, but that is not what most families pay. After need-based aid, the average net price is $43,756.

Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $100,423.

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“Engage in collaborative research with faculty, join one of 300+ clubs, and then hop on a train to explore Philadelphia, a typical day here.”

Located in suburban Villanova and Cabrini campuses in the heart of the historic Main Line, just 12 miles outside Philadelphia, with three train stops directly on campus.

Is Villanova University test-optional?

For the 2027 application cycle, standardized testing at Villanova University is optional.

How hard is it to get into Villanova University?

Very hard. Villanova University admits 27.0% of applicants, and the middle 50% of admitted students score 1395 to 1510 on the SAT. Treat it as a reach for every applicant.

How much does Villanova University cost?

The list price is about $84,793, but the average price families actually pay after aid is $43,756.

Is Villanova University worth it?

Graduates earn a median of $100,423 ten years after enrolling, and 92% graduate within six years. Value depends on your aid offer and your goals, which is exactly what Spike helps you weigh.