

Stories from the Pride

The Wide(ner) World of Sports
International student-athletes have found a second home playing for the Pride. Embraced by the campus, these students bring new perspectives, both on the field and off.

Specialty Housing Fosters Community and Belonging
From Living Learning Communities to Gender Inclusive Housing, Widener has intentionally built communities that bring together students of similar backgrounds, interests, and academic pursuits to further support and promote camaraderie on campus.

A National Model for Campus Safety Leadership
We sat down with Anthony Pluretti, campus safety director and winner of the 2022 Campus Safety Higher Education Director of the Year award by Campus Safety magazine, to talk about his leadership strategy, how he approaches engaging with the Widener community, and his vision for the campus safety department.

As an undergraduate major, you’ll supercharge your résumé with career-building skills and experiences as early as freshmen year while receiving close support every step of the way.
All majors can pursue an accelerated (4+1) master’s degree—saving time and money while elevating expertise and employability.

Widener offers master’s, doctoral, certificate, and certification programs across many diverse fields and industries.
Whether you’re ready to start, change, or elevate your career, you’ll graduate with skills needed to be a leader in your discipline and build a network of powerful connections.

Explore associate’s and bachelor’s degrees and certificates designed for working adults. Most programs are offered 100% online and accept up to 90 transfer credits.
Whether you'd like to up your skills, pivot your career, finish your degree, or even start anew, you can count on Widener to support you throughout your academic journey and beyond.

Widener offers a selection of flexible programs delivered 100% online allowing you to earn a degree from virtually anywhere.
Degrees range from associate’s, bachelor’s, and certificate programs designed for working adults to nationally recognized master’s programs and beyond.

Find Your Program
Our programs unlock and accelerate careers by combining personalized education plans, career-ready experiences, and close faculty mentorship. Your path to a rewarding future starts here.
New Year, New President: Hear What Dr. Stacey M. Robertson Has to Say
"Coming off of 200 years of history, where this institution has adapted to whatever challenge and opportunity we faced, we will continue in that vein—offering students a mentored, meaningful experience that leads to success. That happens through one-on-one relationships... Even as we are distinct, even as we are different—we are one Widener."
Proven Results
A Widener education is a smart investment that delivers a lifetime of value.

Equal Opportunity, Harassment & Nondiscrimination at Widener
Widener University adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Widener University will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of sex, gender, pregnancy status, age, race, national origin or ethnicity, religion, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or genetic information, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any resolution process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies.
Recent News

Kicking off a Proud Partnership
Widener has announced a new, multi-year partnership agreement with the Philadelphia Union, making Widener the Official University of the Philadelphia Union, Subaru Park, and WSFS Bank Sportsplex.

It’s a Widener Thing
The university’s connections to the Philadelphia Eagles run deep, as numerous students and alumni have worked for the franchise.

Nursing Simulation that Shapes Clinical Excellence
Nursing’s Center for Simulation continues to deliver high-quality simulated learning for undergraduate and graduate students with the latest technology innovations and updated facilities.
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Unlock Your Full Potential at Widener
Small enough to stand out—large enough to blaze your own trail. Grab a coffee with expert faculty. Join a club or sports team. Intern in Philadelphia. Build your brightest future.
Inside Track to Success
Cutting-Edge Co-Op
Taylor gained real-world experience early on through a dynamic 4-month co-op at a start-up robotics firm in Philadelphia.
Vibrant Network
She joined various campus groups such as the Robotics Club and Society for Women Engineerings—expanding her network and support systems.
Career Support
With the help of our engaged faculty mentors and Career Design and Development Office, Taylor is on track to make a lasting impact in the robotics field.
Career Plan
Robotics Product Developer
Campus Leader
Aidan expanded his network and leadership skills—becoming president of the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity and Interfraternity Council while also guiding new students as a C.R.E.W. leader.
Green Research
Aidan worked alongside chemistry professor, Loyd Bastin, researching sustainable, environmentally-friendly green synthesis of pharmaceutical drugs.
Spreading the Word
He combined his love of podcasts and scientific research to create his podcast Under the Scope which shares the great work of the Widener research community.
Next Step:
PhD in Organic Chemistry
Skills to Lead
The doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program boosted Monjama's leadership role as a clinician to take on health care improvement projects.
Full-Time Flexibility
The flexible program supported her to work full-time as a nurse practitioner which opened doors to explore interdisciplinary roles.
Award-Winning
She was awarded the Substance Use Disorders Evidence-Based Training Award—stating steadfast faculty support set her apart from the competition.
Career Plan
Nurse Practitioner Specializing in Substance Use Disorders
Range of Research
While pursuing computer science, he researched issues within the fields of biology, environmental science, biochemistry, and engineering.
Crunching Data
He built a computer server to manage 25 years of climate data research and assisted immunotherapy cancer research which inspired him to pursue oncology as his medical specialty.
NIH Fellowship
Abhay earned a post-baccalaureate research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health to study among some of the nation's top scientists.
Career Plan
Physician-Scientist
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