University of the Sciences
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of the Sciences
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of the Sciences is a small private university located on an urban campus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,387, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 61%. The university offers 21 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 77%, and a student-faculty ratio of 12:1. Tuition and fees for students are $26,983.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
84% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
77% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot required or recommended
Letter of recommendationRequired
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Recommended
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile22-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1090-1340
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
39%
Online student enrollment
12:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
46%
Unknown
7%
Black
8%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
3%
Asian
26%
American Indian/Alaska Native
%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
29% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
940
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.39% online, 61% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
84% On-campus
16% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate Certificate45% online
Master's27% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
29%
State Grant Aid
27%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
29%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$75k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Golf
- Tennis
- Track Field Outdoor
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 3 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 5 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 6 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 7 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 8 | Psychology. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.