
Points of Pride
- About Widener
- Points of Pride
Proven. Results.
Our points of pride not only designate us as a top-tier university, they also demonstrate the resources and connections we offer that lead students to successful and rewarding careers.
At Widener, we are proud to be recognized as one of the Philadelphia-region's leading universities. We excel by providing an academic experience that is not only distinguished by excellence, but also prepares students with the intangible leadership qualities employers are seeking.
A Widener degree will position you for success. When our students graduate, they don't just start careers—they continue the work that they have been doing all along.
Widener's inclusive academic community will offer you a variety of signature programs and experiences that will transform you into a scholar, a leader, and a globally engaged citizen.
Learn more about what makes a Widener education distinctive.
- Civic Engagement
Connecting service with learning - Common Ground Initiative
Exploring differences through open and respectful discussions - Sustainability
Incorporating sustainability into the classroom
University Honors


Top School in the Mid-Atlantic
Widener ranked among the Best Mid-Atlantic Colleges & Universities.

A- Grade for Value
Named a top value college in Greater Philadelphia by Niche.com.

2021 Great College to Work For
Widener was honored by The Chronicle of Higher Education in one of the largest, most-respected workplace recognition programs in the country.
Student Success

Median mid-career salary for Widener alumni with a bachelor’s degree, which ranks in the top 22% nationwide

95% of Grads Achieve Career Goals
Within 6 months of graduation, 95% of Class of 2021 was employed, in grad school, or in military/other service, according to the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE).
Top Programs

Region's 1st Undergraduate Robotics Engineering Major
Widener offers Pennsylvania’s first undergraduate robotics major, and one of very few nationwide.
1 of 6
schools nationwide designated as a Center of Excellence for Advancing the Science of Nursing Education.

Best for Financial Planning
Our master's degree in taxation & financial planning was rated best for financial planning based on flexibility, faculty, course strength, cost, and reputation.

A Nationally Accredited Business School
Widener’s School of Business Administration is one of only 5% worldwide accredited by the AACSB.
Top 5
Ranked as a top school for health care management in Pennsylvania.

Best Trauma-Focused Program
Our MSW was ranked one of the best master's in social work programs in 2022 based on flexibility, faculty, course strength, cost, and reputation.
Ranked 11 out of 50
On the list of Editors' Choice 50 Best Accredited PsyD Programs for 2020

Top 50 in Nation
Our School of Nursing is proud to rank #46 out of more than 1,100 private institutions evaluated across the nation.
Source: Nursing Schools Almanac

East Coast's 1st Green Chem Major
Widener offers the East Coast's first undergraduate green chemistry major, and one of very few nationwide.
Two Distinguished Law Schools
2020 Best Law Schools
Delaware Law School and Widener Law Commonwealth nationally ranked by the Princeton Review.
Top Law Schools for Environmental Law
Widener Delaware Law and Widener Law Commonwealth named top schools by preLaw Magazine.