Ursinus College
Founded 1869
President Robyn Hannigan (President)
Fees USD 55,170
Acceptance Rate Selective (20–50%)
Campus Setting Suburban
Ursinus College is a private liberal arts college founded in 1869 in Collegeville, Montgomery County, near Philadelphia. Enrolling 1,600 students, Ursinus is known for its Summer Fellows program (one of the oldest and most comprehensive undergraduate research programs in the US), exceptional pre-health placement rates, and its connection to J.D. Salinger, who briefly attended. Ursinus ranks among the top producers of PhD graduates per student.
Programs
- Summer Fellows Program — Pioneering undergraduate research; one of the oldest in the US
- Pre-Health Sciences — Outstanding medical and dental school acceptance rates
- Sciences — Biology, chemistry, neuroscience, and environmental studies
- Business and Economics — Business programs near Philadelphia
How to Apply
- Application: Common App | Acceptance Rate: ~82% | Tuition: ~$55,170