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Ursinus College

Collegeville, PA · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Ursinus College campus
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Admission rate
92%
Open
Average net price
$30,181
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
73%
Median earnings
$74,571
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Ursinus College is a private nonprofit college in Collegeville, PA with 1,491 undergraduates. It admits 92% of applicants, and admitted students average 1310 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $30,181 per year ($21,090 for families earning under $30,000). 73% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $74,571 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
92%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
3,443
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,008
Fall 2023
Yield
14%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing610–705
200800
SAT Math590–680
200800
ACT Composite28–32
136

What Ursinus College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$80,372
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$62,374

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$21,090
  • $30–48k$21,031
  • $48–75k$25,075
  • $75–110k$29,251
  • $110k+$36,259

Get a personal estimate with Ursinus College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
73%
Freshman retention
87%
Median earnings
$74,571
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,491
Student–faculty ratio
10:1
Receive Pell grants
27%
  • White72%
  • Hispanic8%
  • Black10%
  • Asian3%

Ursinus College FAQ

What is Ursinus College's acceptance rate?+

Ursinus College admits 92% of applicants, which makes it open.

What SAT score do you need for Ursinus College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 610–705 on SAT Reading and Writing and 590–680 on SAT Math; the average total is 1310.

What ACT score do you need for Ursinus College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 28–32.

Is Ursinus College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Ursinus College?+

In Fall 2023, 3,443 students applied to Ursinus College and 3,008 were admitted; 405 enrolled.

Does Ursinus College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Ursinus College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Ursinus College require an essay?+

Ursinus College reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Ursinus College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $80,372 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $30,181.

What is Ursinus College's graduation rate?+

73% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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