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Haverford is located in a large suburb, in Haverford, Pennsylvania. 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 science, mathematics, and liberal arts.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply. In 2005, 74% of applicants were rejected at Haverford. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 640 to 740 in 2005. A quarter of students admitted in 2005 scored 730 or higher on the math SAT. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.
Students at the school 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, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.
Haverford offers classes to 1,168 students (1,168 full-time equivalent).
The school has a residential or campus feel. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Centennial Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
Haverford College
370 W. Lancaster Ave
Haverford, PA 19041-1392
General Phone: (610) 896-1000
Admissions Phone: (610) 896-1350
Financial Aid Phone: (610) 896-1350
http://www.haverford.edu
Haverford awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 151 | history, English, political science, economics, sociology, anthropology, interdisciplinary studies, Spanish language, ... |
| Science | 58 | biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, geology |
| Mathematics | 22 | mathematics |
| Religion And Philosophy | 18 | religion, philosophy |
| Therapy And Counseling | 17 | psychology |
| Fine Arts | 6 | art history and criticism |
| Art Studies | 5 | visual and performing arts |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 0 | computer and info science |
| Engineering | 0 | archeology |
Number of programs and degrees for Haverford in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 278 | 31 |
In 2005, Haverford had a total enrollment of 1,168 students (1,168 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 47% |
| Women | 53% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 15% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 3% |
| 18-19 | 48% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 16% |
| Pennsylvania | 11% |
| New Jersey | 10% |
| Maryland | 9% |
| California | 9% |
| Foreign countries | 5% |
| Massachusetts | 5% |
| Connecticut | 4% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| District of Columbia | 2% |
| Virginia | 2% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Texas | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| North Carolina | 1% |
| Nevada | 1% |
| Indiana | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Alabama | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Minnesota | 1% |
| Oklahoma | 1% |
| Delaware | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 98 % |
Haverford offers campus housing for 1,160 of its 1,168 (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.)
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 3,112 | 816 | 26% | 316 | 39% |
| Men | 1,429 | 392 | 27% | 148 | 38% |
| Women | 1,683 | 424 | 25% | 168 | 40% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 640 | 740 |
| SAT Math | 650 | 730 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 99% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (610) 896-1350
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 31,760 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 31,760 |
| Room and board | $ 9,840 |
| Room charge | $ 5,540 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,300 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,126 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,468 |
Financial Aid:
Haverford participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 327400)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (610) 896-1350
Haverford has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 28 | $96,404 | 7 | $93,749 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 19 | $69,768 | 21 | $73,481 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 16 | $56,313 | 16 | $57,106 |
| Instructor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Lecturer | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 64 | $78,217 | 46 | $70,005 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Centennial Conference |
| Baseball | Centennial Conference |
| Track | Centennial Conference |
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
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 mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers campus housing On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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