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Student-Faculty Ratio 11:1
Full-Time Student Population 7,962
Part-Time Student Population 2,413
Full-Time Instructional Faculty 614
Part-Time Instructional Faculty 377
Total FT Faculty 644
Faculty with Terminal Degree 89%
Average Faculty Salary $87,190
Full-Time Retention Rate 95%
Graduation Rate 90%
Programs/Majors Offered 71
Average Course Load 5 courses
Academic/Career Counseling? Yes
Remedial Services? No
Class Sizes
  • Fewer than 20 Students: 42%
  • 20 to 49 Students: 56%
  • 50 or More Students: 2%

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

If there is one thing to be said about Villanova, it is that you will walk away with a solid education for a lifetime. The University attempts to provide each student with the best education, which is reflected through the dedication and knowledge of professors every time you enter the classroom. Granted, there are a few bad apples that have very little ambition to teach anything, but these professors are a rarity. Every professor is subject to a survey on the quality of their teaching, and Student Government provides an online forum to discuss teachers freely.

Another added benefit is that there are no TAs teaching classes here. While this might not seem like much, there is nothing worse than seeing TAs only a few years older than you trying to teach material they learned just a few years ago themselves. Not having TAs allows professors to get better acquainted with each student and gives students the most knowledgeable person teaching. Plus, with the small class sizes, developing a positive working relationship with your professors is very easy and can be very helpful come test time. Overall, Villanova does a good job providing its students with competent professors who have a passion to be here and who are always willing to learn more or go beyond the books to help.

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Academics at Villanova University

mkim371

Journalism '13

4.2
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Communications Could Be Stronger

While the department is filled with bright professors eager to meet with their students and offer one-on-one help, the major itself is an afterthought for Villanova. After all, it is where the some of the athletic students tend to drift looking for an easy degree.

Apr 22, 2012

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novaneer

Electrical and Electronics Engineering '15

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Professors Care About Students

You will never be taught by a TA at nova and you will have at most 3 or 4 lecture hall classes freshman year. After that just about every class is small, hands on, and taught by a professor with a terminal degree in their field. Unlike most schools, freshman classes aren't designed to weed students out of the program but to teach proper study habits and teamwork. Learning resources are abundant and office hours are always available. Although there is competition you generally get the grade you earn, not a grade relative to the other students. Overall an excellent experience for undergraduate studies.

Oct 25, 2011

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mairino

Pre-Medicine Studies '14

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Comprehensive Sciences

I really enjoy math but I'm interested in veterinary/ biological sciences, and this major allowed me to combine the best of both worlds. The physics courses are difficult, but rewarding (as with all the classes). Most of the professors are willing to go way out of their way to help you succeed.

Aug 06, 2011

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User rating for Villanova University - Academics is 4.6 out of 5 based on 22 user reviews.

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Facts

Instructional Programs Occupational: No
Academic: Yes
Continuing Professional: Yes
Recreational/Avocational: No
Adult Basic Remedial: No
Secondary (High School): No
Special Credit Opportunities Advanced Placement (AP) Credits: Yes
Dual Credit: Yes
Life Experience Credits: No
AP Test Score Requirements Possible credit for scores of 3, 4 or 5
IB Test Score Requirements Possible credit based on individual colleges
Undergraduate Schools/Divisions
  • College of Engineering
  • College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
  • College of Nursing
  • Villanova School of Business
Degrees Awarded
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Doctorate - Professional practice
  • Doctorate - Research/scholarship
  • Master's degree
  • Post-bachelor's certificate
  • Post-master's certificate
Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management: 4%
  • Finance, General: 5%
  • Law: 4%
  • Registered Nursing (RN): 3%
Special Study Options
  • Distance learning opportunities
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification (below the postsecondary level)
  • Weekend/evening college
Best Places to Study
  • Bartley
  • Connelly Center
  • Falvey Memorial Library
Did You Know?
  • Do you want to get involved? One of the best ways to get involved at Villanova is the Special Olympics. It has hosted Pennsylvania's Special Olympics for 16 consecutive years. Over 2,000 students help volunteer for a weekend of fun, food, and unforgettable memories.
  • Don't feel like getting out of bed? Villanova now offers a few of its courses online. Villanova also provides space for your very own Web site.
  • Enjoy discussing current events within the context of history, philosophy, and theology? Villanova requires a year long core humanities class for all freshmen. Combining academics with Augustinian tradition, the core program covers a wide range of topics, and it gives you a feel for courses that are traditionally restricted to college, such as philosophy and theology.
  • Who doesn't like a good old parade? Every September, to celebrate St. Thomas of Villanova, the University closes early for an afternoon of reflection, a parade, and good times. Traveling across campus, the administration leads a parade that ends at Sheehan Beach, where you can chow down on some free barbeque food or just meet some new people.

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