Ursinus College
About Ursinus College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Ursinus College is a private university in Collegeville, PA. It has a 82.2% acceptance rate and a 73% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,505 students.
Founded
1869
Location
Collegeville, Pennsylvania
Students
1,491
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
91.8%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
73.3%
Near national average
Tuition
$61,210
Per year
Avg Net Price
$30,536
After financial aid
SAT Average
1310
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$73,721
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 1
Regular
Feb 1
Ursinus College accepts the majority of applicants at 91.8%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1310/ 1600
ACT Scores
30/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
73.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
86.9%
4-Year Grad
67%
6-Year Grad
72%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
80.4%
$/Student
$15.0K
Class Size
Small
67% of students graduate on time, and 80.4% 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
$61,210
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,028
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$76,815
After Financial Aid
$30,536
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,622
Receive Grants
20.1%
Take Loans
65.4%
Don't let the $61,210 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $30,536 after financial aid, a 50% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $20,622.
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 Ursinus College fund their education.
While in School
20.1%
Get Grants
Free money
65.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$99,302
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $74K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Ursinus College.
Gender
47.8%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,491
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
18.8%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.9%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 18.8% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,491
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
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Ursinus College fields 14 varsity teams with 848 student athletes, about 57% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Centennial
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
848
57% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
540
Men
308
Women
10
Men's Teams
12
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Ursinus Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$73,721
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$52K
50 grads
1yr Earnings
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
$26K
43 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$38K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$35K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$29K
33 grads
1yr Earnings
Neurobiology and Neurosciences
—
22 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $55K at six years, $51K at eight, and $74K 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.