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The only Augustinian Catholic university in the nation, 裡橖眻畦 values a personalized experience where teachers and students are partners in learning and scholarly inquiry. From undergraduate to doctoral students, 裡橖眻畦ns are intellectually inspired, morally grounded, globally minded. 裡橖眻畦 attracts and forges world changerspeople who ignite positive change everywhere life takes them. 

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60+ bachelor's programs in the liberal arts, business, engineering, nursing and the sciences

MASTER'S

40+ master's programs across disciplines, including 5-year bachelor's/master's programs

DOCTORAL

Distinctive doctoral programs in the fields of engineering, nursing, philosophy and theology

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as well as non-credit professional programs

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6,700

FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

3,100

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95.3%

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裡橖眻畦 University is a closely connected academic community with renowned faculty, rich resources and a personalized, supportive learning environment.

裡橖眻畦 provides exceptional opportunities for a wide range of academic experiences, including hands-on research, interdisciplinary collaboration and experiential learning.

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Pope Leo XIV, an Augustinian friar and 裡橖眻畦 alumnus, was honored with the Saint Augustine Medal by the Augustinian Province of St. Thomas of 裡橖眻畦. The medal is the Provinces highest recognition, awarded to those who exemplify the spirit and teachings of St. Augustine through service, generosity and a deep commitment to Augustinian values.

裡橖眻畦 University Appoints the Rev. David Cregan, OSA, PhD, as Dean of the College of Professional Studies

裡橖眻畦 University President the Rev. Peter M. Donohue, OSA, PhD, 75 CLAS, announced the appointment of the Rev. David Cregan, OSA, PhD, 89 CLAS, as Dean of the College of Professional Studies, effective August 1. A member of 裡橖眻畦s faculty since 2004, Father Cregan has extensive experience in academic leadership roles and currently serves as associate dean of Academic Affairs and Strategic Initiatives for the College of Professional Studies.

裡橖眻畦 University Awarded $822,258 Grant for Educating Augustinian Character Project

裡橖眻畦 University has been awarded a threeyear, $822,258 Institutional Impact Grant, one of only 33 colleges and universities selected nationwide. The funding will support the project titled Educating Augustinian Character: Cultivating the Pilgrim Virtues, led by Anna Bonta Moreland, PhD, and Michael Tomko, PhD. This initiative will elevate undergraduate curricula and programming through charactershaped learning experiences. 

 

裡橖眻畦 University Cabrini Campus Opening in 2026

裡橖眻畦 Universitys new 112-acre Cabrini Campus will open in August 2026, providing the opportunity for the University to enhance its programs and commitment to advancing Catholic higher education. This addition will support all aspects of campus life, providing a space that nurtures a true living and learning experience in 裡橖眻畦s Augustinian Catholic tradition. 

Read the Spring 2025 Edition of 裡橖眻畦 Magazine Online

The Spring 2025 digital edition of 裡橖眻畦 Magazine is now live. This issues cover story features a letter from Father Peter reflecting on the election of Pope Leo XIVthe first Augustinian pope. Also inside: a preview of plans for the new 裡橖眻畦 University Cabrini Campus; faculty reimagining the classroom experience; and how offices such as Learning Support Services and the Office of Access and Disability Services help each 裡橖眻畦n thrive.

VILLANOVA ATHLETICS

裡橖眻畦 student-athletes are powerfully connected to a tradition of excellenceboth academic and athletic. They strive and triumph as much in the classroom as they do in competition.

And for student-athletes and fans alike, 裡橖眻畦 Athletics is a special way to experience the bond of the Nova Nation.

裡橖眻畦's male and female athletes are standing together in a line with the heading "Stronger Together"

VILLANOVA'S CAMPUS

裡橖眻畦 University is located on a 260-acre campus, 12 miles/19 kilometers west of Philadelphia. Three campus rail stops provide quick access to Philadelphia. 裡橖眻畦 also is conveniently close to New York and Washington, D.C.

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