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| Location | Collegeville, Pennsylvania |
| Online | ursinus.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Ursinus College is a private liberal arts college located in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, a suburban setting approximately 25 miles northwest of Philadelphia. Founded in 1869, the college occupies a 170-acre campus known for its inviting, red-brick Collegiate Gothic architecture. Ursinus offers more than 60 majors and minors with a strong emphasis on undergraduate research and interdisciplinary studies. Particularly recognized for its science programs, Ursinus has a notable Health and Exercise Physiology Department and is also home to the Philip and Muriel Berman Museum of Art. Student housing is a significant aspect of campus life, with a variety of residential options including traditional dormitories, suite-style accommodations, and special interest housing. The college maintains a holistic and moderately selective admissions process. Although Ursinus is not principally known for its athletics, it competes in Division III of the NCAA as the Bears, offering a range of sports programs for student-athletes.
In the most recent statistical year 3,237 prospective students applied, and 2,661 were granted admission. Of those admitted 381 enrolled in the school. 1,502 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 25 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $58,016 plus fees of $0. Ursinus College is ranked 214 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Ursinus College is rated within the top 31% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Ursinus College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#214 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#162 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#17 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#254 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1180/1380 |
| ACT | 28/32 |
| GPA | 3.53 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $0 |
| Room and Board | $14,624 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,322 |
| Total One Year Cost | $75,962 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 24% |
| Biology | 17% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| English and Literature | 7% |
| Foreign Languages | 7% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024