Overall Rating
80%
Next stop on our college tour: Villanova, home of the Wildcats. This prestigious university resides in Radnor Township, a suburb northwest of Philadelphia. Villanova is home to a little over 10,000 students, with around 6,000 of these students being undergrads.
Founded in 1842 by the Order of St. Augustine, Villanova University boasts a long line of luxurious history. Home of the 15th ranked business school in the nation, Villanova has established itself as one of the top academic institutions in the nation.
Villanova University, one of the top institutions in the United States, is a place where students go to excel. Fun may not be the first thing on a Villanova student’s mind, but it is definitely on the agenda. Sports are another strong point at Villanova University, with nationally ranked athletes for basketball, football and track & field.
Notable Alumni
Maria Bello: Golden Globe-nominated actress
Jim Croce: recording artist
Jill Biden: current Second Lady of the United States
Brian Westbrook: professional football player, Philadelphia Eagles (2002-2010), current San Francisco 49ers running back
Jimmy Murray: former general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles, co-founder of Ronald McDonald House
Howie Long: former professional football player and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee, Oakland Raiders (1981–1993), football analyst, actor
