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Haverford College was established as an institute for men in 1833. It was founded by the Orthodox Philadelphia Yearly Meeting members of the Quakers. This private liberal arts college became fully coeducational in 1980. The 216-acre campus of the college is located in Haverford, Pennsylvania. Haverford College's recent enrollments have been more than 1,000 students from over 45 states and round 40 countries worldwide every year.
Haverford College offers bachelor’s degrees in arts and science. More than 30 undergraduate majors are available in the fields of social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences.
The athletics department of Haverford College competes in the NCAA Division III of the Centennial Conference. Nicknamed the Fords, the teams participate in baseball, basketball, cricket, fencing, cross country, lacrosse, squash, tennis, track and field, soccer, softball, field hockey, and volleyball.
Haverford is located in a large suburb, in Haverford, PA. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Haverford top out at the Bachelor's degree.
One of the good things about the school is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at Haverford often study mathematics, science, and liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. In 2007, 75% of applicants were rejected at Haverford. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 650 to 750 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 740 or higher on the math SAT.
Students at Haverford benefit from the low student/teacher ratio. The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, Haverford tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
The school offers classes to 1,169 students (1,169 full-time equivalent).
Haverford has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. Haverford does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Centennial Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Haverford College
370 Lancaster Ave
Haverford, PA 19041-1392
General Phone: (610) 896-1000
http://www.haverford.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 147 | history, political science, economics, English, sociology, anthropology, comparative literature, Classical languages, ... |
| Science | 75 | biology, chemistry, physics, geology, astronomy |
| Therapy And Counseling | 20 | psychology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 18 | religion, philosophy |
| Mathematics | 9 | mathematics |
| Architecture And Planning | 7 | urban planning |
| Fine Arts | 5 | art history and criticism |
| Art Studies | 3 | visual and performing arts |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
| Engineering | 1 | archeology |
Number of programs and degrees for Haverford in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 289 | 33 |
In 2007, Haverford had a total enrollment of 1,169 students (1,169 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 70% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 11% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 49% |
| 20-21 | 45% |
| 22-24 | 4% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 19% |
| Pennsylvania | 10% |
| New Jersey | 9% |
| Maryland | 8% |
| California | 7% |
| Massachusetts | 6% |
| (International Students) | 5% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| Virginia | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Maine | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Washington, DC | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| North Carolina | 2% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 97 % |
Haverford offers campus housing for 1,169 of its 1,169 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Haverford, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,492 | 877 | 25% | 315 | 36% |
| Men | 1,494 | 399 | 27% | 146 | 37% |
| Women | 1,998 | 478 | 24% | 169 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 650 | 750 |
| SAT Math | 640 | 740 |
| SAT Writing | 650 | 750 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 98% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 35,390 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 35,390 |
| Room and board | $ 10,880 |
| Room charge | $ 6,150 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,730 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,194 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,468 |
Financial Aid:
Haverford participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 327400)
Haverford has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 35 | 30 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 14 | 9 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 16 | 17 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 22 | $113,425 | 12 | $109,351 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 18 | $86,597 | 24 | $79,522 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 21 | $64,664 | 17 | $66,794 |
| Instructor | academic year | 3 | $42,433 | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 65 | $86,735 | 56 | $81,234 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Centennial Conference |
| Baseball | Centennial Conference |
| Track | Centennial Conference |
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Comparative Literature
East Asian Studies
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
German Language and Literature
History, General
Italian Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Astronomy
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Haverford Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Option to study abroad On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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