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The Arcadia Advantage

Arcadia University is a top-ranked private university in Greater Philadelphia, offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. We believe education should be foundational and comprehensive, emphasizing hands-on learning and professional development alongside deep personal growth.

Arcadia Graduates are Career-Ready

Our thoughtful and integrated approach to education allows our intellectually curious students to explore the world within them and impact the world around them. Arcadians graduate with the courage, confidence, and professional knowledge to lead fulfilling careers and lives.

99

percent of 2021 graduate students have secured post-graduate opportunities within nine months of graduation.*

percent of 2021 graduate students have secured post-graduate opportunities within nine months of graduation.*

97.4%

of 2021 undergraduates secured post-graduate opportunities within nine months of graduation.*

*Out of survey respondents

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Nationally Ranked

Named Among the Best in the Northeast

Princeton Review ranks Arcadia University as one of the Best Northeastern Universities; U.S. News & World Report calls us one of the Top Regional Universities in the North for value, innovation, and study abroad.

Why Arcadia?

I love Arcadia for the care and attention given to everyone, no matter your field of study, background, or abilities. Everyone is important.

Micah Gordley ’24

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President Nair Making News

President Ajay Nair is a leading voice in higher education on issues advancing diversity and inclusion in a changing time.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Lunch & Learn: Advising as Teaching and Mentoring

Thu., Mar. 9, 2023

12 pm - 1:30 pm

Faculty Dining Room

Spring Vacation-Preview

Sat., Mar. 11, 2023 to

Sun., Mar. 19, 2023

Deadline for Pass-Fail

Mon., Mar. 20, 2023

Graduate Lunch & Learn Series – College of Arts and Sciences

Thu., Mar. 23, 2023

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Stein Fireplace Lounge

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Latest News

Congresswoman Dean Will Host Changemakers Roundtable for Women’s History Month

Campus News Congresswoman Dean Will Host Changemakers Roundtable for Women’s History Month

Philadelphia Actuaries Club Recognizes, Donates to Actuarial Science Program

Campus News Philadelphia Actuaries Club Recognizes, Donates to Actuarial Science Program

Arcadia Students to Travel the World as part of Preview Program

Campus News Arcadia Students to Travel the World as part of Preview Program

The new telescope in the Boyer Hall Observatory.

Arcadia University Installs New Telescope in Boyer Hall Observatory to be Showcased at Star Party on March 8

Campus News Arcadia University Installs New Telescope in Boyer Hall Observatory to be Showcased at Star Party on March 8

Samantha Rock ’20M: From Arcadia to Her Dream Job

Campus News Samantha Rock ’20M: From Arcadia to Her Dream Job

Portrait of Alessandri Figueroa

Grad Knight to Know: Alessandri Figueroa ’21, ’24MEd

Campus News Grad Knight to Know: Alessandri Figueroa ’21, ’24MEd

Grad Knight to Know: Bilal Abdulmajid ’20, ’24MEd

Campus News Grad Knight to Know: Bilal Abdulmajid ’20, ’24MEd

March 29: Arcadia University School of Education Hosts Event for Educators, “Taking a Creative Risk”

Campus News March 29: Arcadia University School of Education Hosts Event for Educators, “Taking a Creative Risk”

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Student Stories

Healthy Habits in a New Environment

Healthy Habits in a New Environment

By Amellia McGuire-Matheny '25

Acknowledging the Past and Romanticizing the Present

Because Arcadia

Acknowledging the Past and Romanticizing the Present

By Micah Gordley ’24

The Passion I Didn’t See Coming

The Passion I Didn’t See Coming

By Patrick Ensmenger ’23

A Dream Doesn’t Just Have to Be a Dream

A Dream Doesn’t Just Have to Be a Dream

By JJ Demetrius '26

Global Field Studies: Castles, Forests, Fairy Tales, and More

Global Field Studies: Castles, Forests, Fairy Tales, and More

By Madison Costigan ’24

A Major Change

A Major Change

By Ethan Rodriguez '25

Another Archives Treasure

Library & Archives

Another Archives Treasure

This President’s Cup Intramural Riflery Trophy dating from 1938-1948 displays the scores of Beaver College’s Intramural Riflery Team...

Making Those Introductions a Little Less Awkward

Making Those Introductions a Little Less Awkward

By Brigid Whelihan ’23

Independence 101: What I’ve Gained From Studying Abroad

Independence 101: What I’ve Gained From Studying Abroad

By Miranda Razzi '26

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