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Arcadia University

Glenside, PA·Private·~80% acceptance

Arcadia University is a private university based in Glenside, PA. It has fairly open admissions, accepting about 80% of applicants. The average net price after aid is about $29,466 per year. About 65% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $58,336 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$29,466/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $64,645
Aid cuts ~$35,179/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Rolling

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Admissions
GPA range3.39–3.89
SAT (middle 50%)1065–1265
ACT (middle 50%)26–30
Test policyRequired
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
65%
graduation rate
79%
freshman retention
$44,004
median earnings, 6yr
$58,336
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Arcadia University's acceptance rate?
Arcadia University admits about 80% of applicants.
How much does Arcadia University cost?
At Arcadia University, the average net price after aid is about $29,466 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $64,645 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Arcadia University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1065–1265 on the SAT and 26–30 on the ACT.
What are Arcadia University's application deadlines?
Arcadia University's deadline is Regular Decision around Rolling. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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