Haverford College
About Haverford College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Haverford College is a private university in Haverford, PA. It has a 14.2% acceptance rate and a 91.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,417 students.
Founded
1833
Location
Haverford, Pennsylvania
Students
1,430
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
12.4%
Highly selective
Graduation Rate
89.6%
Above national average
Tuition
$70,688
Per year
Avg Net Price
$25,314
After financial aid
SAT Average
1513
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$79,966
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 8 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Jan 10
Haverford College admits about 12.4% of applicants, with an average SAT around 1513. Strong academics are a must, and your essays and activities will make the difference.
SAT Scores
1513/ 1600
ACT Scores
34/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
89.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
93.8%
4-Year Grad
84%
6-Year Grad
90%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
86.3%
$/Student
$29.3K
Class Size
Small
84% of students graduate on time, and 86.3% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$70,688
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$19,548
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance
$90,382
After Financial Aid
$25,314
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,531
Receive Grants
15.5%
Take Loans
9.1%
Don't let the $70,688 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $25,314 after financial aid, a 64% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $7,531.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Haverford College fund their education.
While in School
15.5%
Get Grants
Free money
9.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$65,396
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$13,621
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$144/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $13,621, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Haverford College.
Gender
56.9%
Female
43%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,430
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
16.2%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 57% of the student body. 16.2% are first-generation college students. 10.9% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,430
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Haverford College fields 11 varsity teams with 533 student athletes, about 37% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Centennial
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
533
37% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
273
Men
260
Women
8
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Haverford Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$79,966
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Mathematics
—
51 grads
Biology, General
—
40 grads
Computer and Information Sciences, General
—
36 grads
Economics
$112K
35 grads
4yr Earnings
Physics
—
23 grads
Research and Experimental Psychology
—
22 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $53K at six years, $52K at eight, and $80K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.