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The only Augustinian Catholic university in the nation, èßäÊÓÆµapp values a personalized experience where teachers and students are partners in learning and scholarly inquiry. From undergraduate to doctoral students, èßäÊÓÆµappns are intellectually inspired, morally grounded, globally minded. èßäÊÓÆµapp attracts and forges world changers—people who ignite positive change everywhere life takes them. 

EXPLORE OUR PROGRAMS

BACHELOR'S

60+ bachelor's èßäÊÓÆµapp in the liberal arts, business, engineering, nursing and the sciences

MASTER'S

40+ master's èßäÊÓÆµapp across disciplines, including 5-year bachelor's/master's èßäÊÓÆµapp

DOCTORAL

Distinctive doctoral èßäÊÓÆµapp in the fields of engineering, nursing, philosophy and theology

LAW

JD and joint degrees offered in coordination with other schools and departments

ONLINE

Degree and certificate èßäÊÓÆµapp offered online, in-person or hybrid
depending on individual learning needs

CERTIFICATE

A wide variety of undergraduate, post-baccalaureate and graduate certificates,
as well as non-credit professional èßäÊÓÆµapp

AT A GLANCE

6,700

FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

3,100

GRADUATE AND LAW
STUDENTS

153

FULBRIGHT STUDENT AWARD RECIPIENTS SINCE 2018

95.3%

SUCCESSFULLY 
SECURED OPPORTUNITIES

140,000+

ALUMNI
WORLDWIDE

12

MILES
OUTSIDE PHILADELPHIA

ACADEMICS

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èßäÊÓÆµapp is a closely connected academic community with renowned faculty, rich resources and a personalized, supportive learning environment.

èßäÊÓÆµapp provides exceptional opportunities for a wide range of academic experiences, including hands-on research, interdisciplinary collaboration and experiential learning.

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VILLANOVA NEWS

The Rev. Kevin DePrinzio, OSA, PhD, Vice President for Mission and Ministry, Elected to General Council of the Order of St. Augustine

The Rev. Kevin DePrinzio, OSA, PhD, Vice President for Mission and Ministry, Elected to General Council of the Order of St. Augustine

The Rev. Kevin DePrinzio, OSA, PhD, èßäÊÓÆµapp’s vice president for Mission and Ministry, has been elected to the General Council of the Order of St. Augustine, for which he will immediately begin a six-year term in Rome. Father DePrinzio will serve as assistant general for English-speaking provinces, a role appointed to him by the newly-named Prior General of the Order, the Rev. Joseph L. Farrell, OSA, STL, STD, ’85 VSB, ’19 MS.

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èßäÊÓÆµapp Alumnus, Augustinian Friar Elected as Prior General of the Order of St. Augustine

èßäÊÓÆµapp Alumnus, Augustinian Friar Elected as Prior General of the Order of St. Augustine

The Rev. Joseph L. Farrell, OSA, STL, STD, ’85 VSB, ’19 MS has been elected Prior General of the Order of St. Augustine at the Order’s 188th General Chapter on Sept. 9. Father Farrell, who will serve a six-year term, is the second Prior General elected from the Augustinian Province of St. Thomas of èßäÊÓÆµapp and 98th Prior General of the Order since the position was first assigned in 1256, shortly after its founding.

 

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Pope Leo XIV, an Augustinian friar and èßäÊÓÆµapp alumnus, was honored with the Saint Augustine Medal by the Augustinian Province of St. Thomas of èßäÊÓÆµapp. The medal is the Province’s highest recognition, awarded to those who exemplify the spirit and teachings of St. Augustine through service, generosity and a deep commitment to Augustinian values.

èßäÊÓÆµapp Cabrini Campus Opening in 2026

èßäÊÓÆµapp’s new 112-acre Cabrini Campus will open in August 2026, providing the opportunity for the University to enhance its èßäÊÓÆµapp and commitment to advancing Catholic higher education. This addition will support all aspects of campus life, providing a space that nurtures a true living and learning experience in èßäÊÓÆµapp’s Augustinian Catholic tradition. 

Read the Spring 2025 Edition of èßäÊÓÆµapp Magazine Online

The Spring 2025 digital edition of èßäÊÓÆµapp Magazine is now live. This issue’s cover story features a letter from Father Peter reflecting on the election of Pope Leo XIV—the first Augustinian pope. Also inside: a preview of plans for the new èßäÊÓÆµapp Cabrini Campus; faculty reimagining the classroom experience; and how offices such as Learning Support Services and the Office of Access and Disability Services help each èßäÊÓÆµappn thrive.

VILLANOVA ATHLETICS

èßäÊÓÆµapp student-athletes are powerfully connected to a tradition of excellence—both academic and athletic. They strive and triumph as much in the classroom as they do in competition.

And for student-athletes and fans alike, èßäÊÓÆµapp Athletics is a special way to experience the bond of the Nova Nation.

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VILLANOVA'S CAMPUS

èßäÊÓÆµapp is located on a 260-acre campus, 12 miles/19 kilometers west of Philadelphia. Three campus rail stops provide quick access to Philadelphia. èßäÊÓÆµapp also is conveniently close to New York and Washington, D.C.

A map drawing that shows NYC is 95mi/2-hr drive to èßäÊÓÆµapp, Philadelphia is 12mi/20-min drive to èßäÊÓÆµapp, Washington DC is 135mi/2.5-hr drive to èßäÊÓÆµapp