Book a private Villanova University tour

Villanova University, founded in 1842, is a private Catholic institution located in Villanova, Pennsylvania, just outside of Philadelphia. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its colleges of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Nursing. A Villanova University campus tour highlights the university’s strong academic reputation, close-knit community, and proud Villanova tradition.

Villanova University has a total enrollment of approximately 10,000 students, including about 6,700 undergraduates and 3,300 graduate and professional students. A private Villanova University tour gives you the opportunity to experience its close-knit campus community and see firsthand how the university balances strong academics with a personalized student experience.

Villanova University has an acceptance rate of around 20–25%, making it a selective institution. Half of admitted students who submit test scores typically have an SAT score between approximately 1370–1500 or an ACT score between 31–34. A Villanova University campus tour helps prospective students better understand the admissions process and academic expectations directly from current students.

For the 2024 academic year, Villanova University’s undergraduate tuition is approximately $65,000 per year, with total cost of attendance higher when including housing, meals, and fees. Graduate tuition varies by program. A significant portion of Villanova undergraduates receive financial aid, with the university offering both need-based assistance and merit scholarships to help make a Villanova education more accessible.

According to U.S. News & World Report’s most recent 2026 Best Colleges rankings, Villanova University is ranked #57 among National Universities in the United States.

Villanova University offers more than 60 undergraduate majors and a wide range of master’s and doctoral programs across its colleges of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Nursing. It maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 11:1, supporting small class sizes and close faculty mentorship. On a Villanova University campus tour, students can see how rigorous academics are balanced with a strong sense of community and campus involvement.

Villanova University’s most cherished traditions include the iconic Villanova basketball culture, especially the student section known as the “Nova Nation,” the celebration of major wins along Lancaster Avenue, the annual St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service, and time-honored campus events like Homecoming and the Special Olympics Fall Festival hosted on campus. Experiencing these during a Villanova University tour highlights the deep school spirit, Augustinian values, and strong sense of community that define the Villanova experience.

Villanova University’s most iconic landmarks include St. Thomas of Villanova Church with its prominent dome, the historic Mendel Science Center, Falvey Memorial Library, The Quad (the heart of campus life), Finneran Pavilion, and Villanova Stadium—all reflecting the university’s blend of tradition, academic excellence, and collegiate spirit just outside of Philadelphia.

Villanova University draws students from across the country and around the world. While a significant portion of students come from Pennsylvania and the Northeast, the student body includes strong representation from states such as New York, New Jersey, California, Florida, and Texas, along with an international community representing dozens of countries. A private Villanova University tour offers insight into how students from diverse geographic and cultural backgrounds contribute to campus life and community.