Haverford
Haverford College
370 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, United StatesAll photos (10)
Overview of Haverford College (Haverford)
About this school
Haverford College, founded in 1833, is a college of the liberal arts and sciences. Student conduct is regulated by an academic and social honor code, all examinations are self-scheduled and unproctored, and students serve on campus governance and policy-making committees. Its 200-acre campus is located in the village of Haverford, 30 miles from Philadelphia.
- www.haverford.edu/
Website
Coeducational
Co-ed
Graduate Students
Not reported
Institution Type
Private
Undergraduate Students
- Undergraduate Students:1,296
- Men:623 Men (48.1%)
- Women:673 Women (51.9%)
Location
Admission Information (Haverford)
Freshman Admission Requirements
Difficulty of Admission
Admission to Haverford College is most difficult: more than 75% of freshmen were in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1310 on the SAT I or over 29 on the ACT; about 30% or fewer of all applicants accepted.
High School Preparation
- High School Graduation:
High school diploma required and GED is accepted
- High School Program:
College preparatory program is recommended
Required Or Recomended High School Units
| Subject | Required Units | Recommended Units |
|---|---|---|
English | - | 4 |
Mathematics | - | 3 |
Science | - | 3 |
Foreign Language | - | 3 |
Social Studies | - | 3 |
History | - | - |
Academic Electives | - | - |
Examinations Required
| Exam | Required | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT or ACT | Required | February 1 |
SAT Only | - | - |
ACT Only | - | - |
SAT and SAT Subject Tests, or ACT | - | - |
SAT Subject Tests Only | - | - |
| Essay/Test | Status | Scores Due Date |
|---|---|---|
SAT Essay Component Policy | Not Reported | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | Accepted with or without writing component | |
ACT Writing Test Policy | SAT: Not used ACT: Not used |
Admission Details
Admissions Office
Address | 370 Lancaster Avenue |
City, State, Zip | Haverford, PA 19041-1392 |
Phone | (610) 896-1350 |
Fax | (610) 896-1338 |
Email |
Application Dates And Fees
Regular Admission Deadline | January 15 |
Application Fee | $65 |
Application Fee Waiver | Available |
Regular Admission Notification | April 1 |
Accept Offer Of Admission | By May 1 or within 1 weeks if notified after May 1 |
Waiting List Used | Yes |
Defer Admission | Student can defer admission |
Transfer Admission | Transfer applications accepted |
Early Admission
Early Decision Offered | Yes |
Early Decision Deadline | November 15, January 1 |
Early Decision Notification | December 15, February 15 |
Early Action Offered | No |
Early Action Deadline | - |
Early Action Notification | - |
Application Form
Common Application | Accepted, supplemental forms required |
Universal College Application | Not accepted |
Electronic Application |
Other Application Requirements
Interview | Not Required |
Essay Or Personal Statement | Required for all freshmen |
Letters Of Recommendation | - |
Other | - |
Financial Need | Financial need is a consideration in the admissions process |
Selection of Students
Factors involed in acceptance process.
4 star = most important, 1 star = least important.
| Factor | Importance |
|---|---|
Rigor of Secondary School Record | |
Academic GPA | |
Standardized Tests | |
Class Rank | |
Recommendations | |
Essay | |
Interview | |
Level of Applicant's Interest | |
Extracurricular Activities | |
Volunteer Work | |
Particular Talent/Ability | |
Character/Personal Qualities | |
First Generation to Attend College | |
State Residency | |
Geographic Residence | |
Relation with Alumnus | |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | |
Ethnicity | |
Work Experience |
Profile of Fall Admission
Overall Admission Rate
Overall Admission Rate | 20% of 4,408 applicants were admitted |
Women | 20% of 2,419 applicants were admitted |
Men | 20% of 1,989 applicants were admitted |
Students Enrolled
Students Enrolled | 356 (40%) of 884 admitted students enrolled |
Women | 190 (38%) of 494 admitted students enrolled |
Men | 166 (43%) of 390 admitted students enrolled |
Grade Point Average of Enrolled First-Year Students
Average GPA | Not reported |
375 And Above | Not reported |
3.50 - 3.74 | Not reported |
3.25 - 3.49 | Not reported |
3.00 - 3.24 | Not reported |
2.50 - 2.99 | Not reported |
2.00 - 2.49 | Not reported |
SAT Score of Enrolled First-Year Students
Sat Math | 740 average |690-770 range of middle 50% |
• Score 700 - 800 | 70% |
• Score 600 - 700 | 28% |
• Score 500 - 600 | 2% |
• Score 400 - 500 | 0% |
• Score 300 - 400 | 0% |
• Score 200 - 300 | 0% |
• Score 700 - 800 | 80% |
• Score 600 - 700 | 19% |
• Score 500 - 600 | 1% |
• Score 400 - 500 | 0% |
• Score 300 - 400 | 0% |
• Score 200 - 300 | 0% |
ACT Scores of Enrolled First-Year Students
Act Composite | 33 average |31-34 range of middle 50% |
• Score 30 - 36 | 89% |
• Score 24 - 29 | 11% |
• Score 18 - 23 | 0% |
• Score 12 - 17 | 0% |
• Score 6 - 11 | 0% |
• Score 5 Or Below | 0% |
Tuition & Financial Aid (Haverford)
Tuition & Expenses
Cost of Attendance
- Books & Supplies: - $52,754 (73.91%)
- Room & Board: - $15,958 (22.36%)
- Other Expenses: - $1,194 (1.67%)
- Tuition & Fees: - $1,468 (2.06%)
Books & Supplies
Room & Board
Other Expenses
Tuition & Fees
Payment Plans
Haverford College accepts installment plan
Applying for Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Email | |
Website | |
Net Price Calculator Url |
Application Process
Application Deadline | Priority deadline February 1 |
Award Notification Date | On or about March 25 |
Methodology For Awarding Institutional Aid | Institutional Methodology |
Forms Required
| Forms Required | Filing Cost |
|---|---|
FAFSA| Code is 003274 | Free |
CSS/Financial Aid Profile | $25 for first college, $16 each additional |
Profile of 2017-18 Financial Aid
First-Year Student
Financial Aid Applicants | 199 (57.0%) of freshmen |
Found To Have Financial Need | 166 (83.4%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 166 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 166 (100.0%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 100% |
Average Award | $49,905 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 166 (100.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $46,673 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 156 (94.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $2,912 |
• Merit Based Gift | Received by 26 (15.7%) of aid recipients |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
All Undergraduates
Financial Aid Applicants | 663 (51.4%) of undergraduates |
Found To Have Financial Need | 609 (91.9%) of applicants |
Received Financial Aid | 609 (100.0%) of applicants with financial need |
Need Fully Met | 609 (100.0%) of aid recipients |
Average Percent Of Need Met | 100% |
Average Award | $51,271 |
• Need-Based Gift | Received by 609 (100.0%) of aid recipients, average amount $48,895 |
• Need-Based Self-Help | Received by 572 (93.9%) of aid recipients, average amount $3,418 |
• Merit Based Gift | Received by 56 (9.2%) of aid recipients |
Merit Based Gift | Not reported |
Borrowing
2016 Graduates with Loans | 23% |
Average Indebtedness Of 2016 Graduates | $15,000 |
Parents Of Students Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Parents Of Students Not Receiving Aid | Not reported |
Financial Aid Programs
Scholarchips And Grants
Need Based Available | Federal Pell grants, SEOG, State scholarships, Institutional scholarships |
Non Need Based Available | None |
Non-Need Awards
Academic Interest/Achievement | Not reported |
Creative Arts/Performance | Not reported |
Special Achievements/Activities | Not reported |
Special Characteristics | Not reported |
Employment
Work-Study Programs | Federal work study available, other work study available |
Average Earnings from On-Campus Employment | Not reported |
Academics & Instruction (Haverford)
Academics Overview
Academic Calendar System
Semester
Summer Session
Not offered
Graduation Requirements
General Education/Core Cirriculum
Required
Computer
Students not required to own/lease a computer
Foreign Language
Required
Math/Science
Required for all students
Faculty & Instruction
Full-Time Faculty
137
Part-Time Faculty
28
Full-Time Faculty With Ph.D./Terminal Degree
82%
Regular Class Size
- Not reported
Discussion Section/Lab Class Size
- Not reported
Advanced Placement
International Baccalaureate
Accepted
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
Accepted for placement and credit
Sophomore Standing
Available through AP examinations
Academic Resources
Libraries
Library Available On Campus | Yes |
Holdings | 1,332,125 |
Computer Ownership | Students not required to own/lease a computer |
Computers Available On Campus | 300 |
Internet E Mail Access | Not reported |
Academic Support Services
Remedial Instruction
Not Offered
Tutoring
Available
Services for Students Requiring Accommodations
Available
Services for Students with Accessibility Needs
Haverford College provides hearing impaired services, speech disorders services, visually impaired services, wheelchair access
Undergraduate Retention & Graduation
Returning First-Year Students
97.0%
Students Graduating Within 4 Years
87.0%
Students Graduating Within 5 Years
90.9%
Students Graduating Within 6 Years
93.0%
Programs & Majors (Haverford)
Undergraduate Education
Undergraduate Majors (38)
- African Studies
- Anthropology
- Archeology
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation
- Art/Art Studies, General
- Astronomy
- Astrophysics
- Biochemistry
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General
- Biophysics
- Chemistry, General
- Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science
- East Asian Studies
- Economics, General
- Education, General
- English Language and Literature, General
- French Language and Literature
- Geology/Earth Science, General
- German Language and Literature
- History, General
- Italian Language and Literature
- Latin American Studies
- Latin Language and Literature
- Mathematics, General
- Music, General
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- Philosophy
- Physics, General
- Political Science and Government, General
- Psychology, General
- Religion/Religious Studies
- Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General
- Russian Language and Literature
- Sociology
- Spanish Language and Literature
- Urban Studies/Affairs
Most Popular Disciplines
Offered
Professional Degree Programs
No online degree programs
Special Programs
Student-designed major, Double major, Independent study, Internships, Study abroad
Study Abroad
Social sciences, Physical sciences, Biological/life sciences
Online Degrees
Engineering, city planning with University of Pennsylvania
Graduate and Professional Education
Master's Degrees Offered
Not reported
Master's Programs of Study (1)
- Not reported
Campus Life (Haverford)
Location & Geography
Population
48,498
Nearest Metropolitan Area
Philadelphia
Campus Size
216 acres
Weather
Temperature | 22.8 average low in January, 81.7 average high in September |
Rain | 117 rainy days per year |
Available Transportation
Nearest Bus Station | 10 mile(s) from campus in Philadelphia |
Nearest Train Station | 10 mile(s) from campus in Philadelphia |
Housing
College Housing
College offers housing to students
Types of Housing
Men only housing, women only housing, coed housing, disabled student housing
Students of College Housing
98% of all students
Housing Restrictions
Freshmen are required to live on campus
Freshman Housing Guarantee
Freshmen are guaranteed housing
Students Living Off Campus/Commuting
2%
Security
24-Hour Emergency Phone/Alarm Devices
Available
24-Hour Security Patrols
Available
Late-Night Transport/Escort Services
Available
Electronically Operated Housing Entrances
Available
Personal Support Services
Health Service
Offered
Personal Counseling
Offered
Child Care
Not offered
Sports & Recreation
School Athletics
Athletic Conferences | NCAA Division III |
Mascot | Fords, black squirrels, red wave |
School Colors | Red and black |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Women)
| Factor | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Fencing | ||
Field Hockey | ||
Lacrosse | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Squash | ||
Tennis | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Intercollegiate Athletics (Men)
| Sport | Offered | Scholarships Given |
|---|---|---|
Baseball | ||
Basketball | ||
Cross-Country Running | ||
Fencing | ||
Field Hockey | ||
Lacrosse | ||
Soccer | ||
Softball | ||
Squash | ||
Tennis | ||
Track And Field | ||
Volleyball |
Recreational Sports
Intramural Sports | basketball, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball |
Student Activities
Activities And Organizations
Haverford College offers choral groups, drama theatre, radio station, student newspaper, volunteer programs, student government, choral groups, multicultural groups, orientation team/residential life leaders
Sororities
Fraternities
ROTC
Air Force ROTC offered off campus
Student Body
Co-educational
Yes
Number of Full-Time Undergraduates
1,294
Undergraduates
All Undergraduates
1,296
Women
673
Men
623
Ethnicity of Students from U.S.
- 0.0% American Indian/Alaskan Native
- 13.2% Asian
- 7.6% Black/African-American
- 10.5% Hispanic/Latino
- 2.9% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino)
- 0.0% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander
- 62.6% White
- 3.3% Unknown
International Students
9.3% from 39 countries
Average Age
20
Number of Graduate Students
Not reported