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Established in 1842 by two Augustinian Friars who purchased a 200 acre tract of land, known as Belle Air, in 1840, Villanova University (commonly referred to as Nova) is a private university located in the Radnor Township suburb of northwestern...
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Philadelphia. A university founded upon Roman Catholic values, Villanova is the oldest and largest catholic institution of education in Pennsylvania and welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. Highlighted by the dual spires of Nova’s chapel, the 254 acre suburban campus sits on what used to be an arboretum and is home to sprawling greens and wise-old trees. Among the U.S. News and World Report category, “Best Masters Universities,” Villanova has been ranked as the top university in the north for more than a decade.

The University is comprised of 5 schools with several additional graduate programs –4 of the schools serve both undergraduate and graduate students. Among the various degrees Villanova offers are the highly ranked engineering school, nursing school, and MBA program. Nova offers a variety of student organizations and communities on campus; approximately 15% of the student body is involved with the vibrant Greek life on campus.

The Villanova Wildcats compete at the Division I level in the Big East Conference; the men’s and women’s basketball programs are among the most storied in all of college sports.

Notable alumni and attendees include actor Bradley Copper, country singer Toby Keith, and NFL Hall-of-Famer Howie Long.

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