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Arcadia University

Glenside, PA
  • Private
    4 year
  • 2,250
    Full + Part time Students
  • 1:11
    Faculty to Student Ratio
  • 15%
    Transfer Student Ratio
Arcadia University’s pioneering, global, integrated, liberal arts and professional learning experience cultivates leaders who are intellectually fearless and uniquely prepared for life and work. Built on the grounds of the historic Grey Towers Castle and situated on a beautiful and vibrant campus, Arcadia offers you a 170-year history and a promise for the future. We offer more than 75 different fields of study and are ranked # 1 in the nation for student participation in study abroad, offering robust and unique programs abroad through our College of Global Studies. The best way to see if Arcadia is the right fit for you is to visit campus!
castle-like building with autumn trees

Overview

Founded 1853
Full-Time Undergraduate 2,030
Part-Time Undergraduate 220
Application Acceptance Rate 65%
Programs 87 Programs
Courses 1,405 Courses
Transfer Agreements 12 incoming Transfer Agreements
Equivalencies 3,742 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition $49,980
Out-of-State Tuition $49,980
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid 99%
  • Scholarships and Financial Aid:
    Transfer students are automatically reviewed for merit based scholarships at time of application based on academic performance at previous institutions. Need-based aid is available through completion of the FAFSA and Arcadia's Undergrad financial aid application!

Information for Transfer In Students

  • Accepts Transfers:
    Yes, transfer students may earn advanced standing credit by transferring credits earned from course work completed at other colleges/universities.

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall Rolling admissions
Spring Rolling admissions

Transfer Application Requirements

  • Minimum GPA:
    Transfer applicants should be in good standing, have a grade point average of 2.5 or better, and have demonstrated the ability to do college-level work, in order to be considered for admission.
  • Official Transcripts:
    High school transcripts are required if you have completed less than 18 college credits. College transcripts from every school attended are required.
  • Letters of Recommendation:
    Letters of recommendation are not required, but can be provided in support of your candidacy.
  • Application Fee:
    Our application is fee-free!
  • Other Requirements:
    Students interested in entering Arcadia University from other colleges or universities are welcome to apply for admission to either the fall or spring semester.
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Transfer Credit Policy

  • Minimum Grade:
    Credit will not be granted for courses in which grades below "C-" are earned.
  • Credits (Min/Max):
    A maximum of 90 credits may be transferred from a four-year institution, or 75 credits from a two-year institution.

Virtual Tour

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Arcadia University

Address:
450 South Easton Road
Glenside, PA 19038-3295
United States
Main Phone:
1-877-272-2342
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Contacts

Transfer Admission Contact:
Cailyn Hoyt
Senior Transfer Admissions Counselor, Office of Enrollment Management
215-572-2871
transfer@arcadia.edu
International Admissions Contact:
International Services
215-572-2910
admiss@arcadia.edu
Last updated on 2/26/2026 by AcademyOne.