Admissions Overview
The admission process at Villanova University has a 25% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Villanova University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
25%
Selective
Application Volume
23,127
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
30%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Villanova University has a 25% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Villanova University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$80
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Villanova University. About 25% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,400 to 1,510. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 34.
SAT Scores
25% of students submitted400
1600
1400 – 1510
200
800
690 – 740
200
800
710 – 770
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
32 – 34
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
29 – 35
Admission Statistics
23,127 students applied to Villanova. Of those, 25% were accepted (5,810 students). Of these 5,810 accepted students, 1,740 chose to enroll.
23,127
Total Applicants
5,810
Students Admitted
1,740
Students Enrolled
25%
Acceptance Rate