Race & Ethnicity
Swarthmore College has a diverse student body with 54% students of color and 15% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Swarthmore College offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Swarthmore College has a gender distribution of 52% female students and 48% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
48% of total enrollment
52% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Swarthmore College serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 85% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Age Diversity Insights
85%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
0%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Swarthmore College attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 15% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 11% in-state residents, 74% out-of-state students, and 15% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
11% of student body
74% of student body
15% of student body
States Represented
42 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
54%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
52%
Female Students
Global Reach
15%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age