Feel confident and prepared as you begin your college experience.

Our admissions and financial aid teams are here to support you every step of the way—whether that means helping you find a right-fit program, exploring ways to finance your education, discovering our beautiful campus, or answering your most pressing questions.

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Join one of our alumna as they discuss student experiences that set Widener apart and give you an edge for your future career.

Visit Campus—In Person or Virtually

We'd love to welcome you to campus! You can experience our close-knit, vibrant community and everything Widener has to offer by signing up for a tour, registering for an upcoming event, or taking a virtual aerial tour in the comfort of your home.

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Tuition & Financial Aid

When it comes to paying for college, value is as important as cost—and a Widener education is a smart investment. Our financial aid team is here to help you take advantage of the significant scholarships and grants made possible through our generous donors, apply for financial aid, and discover the various options available to finance your education.

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Get to Know Widener

40+ Majors

Chart your own path by choosing from more than 40 undergraduate majors and 50 minors.

11:1 Student-Faculty Ratio

Small class sizes allow faculty to make you the priority.

Nearly 100% of Undergrads Receive Financial Aid

We help bring your education within reach by offering significant financial aid to nearly 100% of new full-time undergraduate students.

Scholarships Start at $100,000

Undergraduate academic scholarships start at $100,000 over 4 years

$50+ Million in Scholarships & Grants

We offer $50+ million in scholarships and grants to undergraduates, thanks to our generous donors.

Widener University grad at commencement

Career Success for Class of 2024

95% of the Class of 2024 was employed, in grad school, or in military/other service within 6 months of graduation, according to the National Association of Colleges & Employers (NACE).

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87% Live on Campus Their First Year

Before long, our campus will feel like your second home.

80+ Student Clubs

With 80+ clubs, you'll find ways to get involved, make invaluable connections, and pursue your interests.     

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24 Varsity Sports Teams 

From soccer and volleyball to rugby and track, there are plenty of varsity sports to enjoy at Widener.

Student Perspectives

“It’s an amazing opportunity to come to this school and I’m forever thankful for everything.”
Justin Mack
Class of 2025
Undergraduate | sport & event management
Read Justin's Story
Justin Mack and other conference attendees pose for a photo

Student Perspectives

“I’ve just always wanted to help people and give people voices who are silenced. I really want to do something to work with juveniles moving forward.”
Ivana Brock
Class of 2026
Undergraduate | criminal justice
Read Ivana's Story
Ivana and members of the Widener Dance Company perform wearing blue jeans and orange tops

Student Perspectives

I plan to get my bachelor’s as soon as I can, work in a hospital for a few years, then I can get into the nitty gritty of flight nursing and practice trauma care which is exactly what I want to do.
Samuel Flood
Class of 2027
Undergraduate | Bachelor of science in nursing
Read Samuel's Story
Nursing student Samuel Flood does a fireman carry during an on-campus emergency response workshop.

Student Perspectives

Camp has always been such a big part of my life...I think the education I got through Widener really helped me to fuel that passion and helped me to make connections that I didn’t know could have been made.
Sophia Hastings
Class of 2018
Undergraduate | Social Work; Gender, Women & Sexuality Studies
Read Sophia's Story
Sophia smiles at the camera giving a thumbs up. They wear a dark shirt and a pink tutu. Next to them is a white board with "Welcome to Brave Trails" written on it

Student Perspectives

It's a really unique experience that a lot of schools don't have to offer. It’s awesome that it also involves our community that we are based within so it's like real life scenarios where we are able to relate to it cause it's around us.
Taylor Wise
Class of 2025
Undergraduate | Bachelor of science in nursing
Read Taylor's Story
Taylor Wise poses in front of the Chester Community Clinic with her stethoscope draped around her neck.

Student Perspectives

Performing Gameday Satisfaction Market Research for the Philadelphia Union was unforgettable. We got an in-depth look at fan, stadium worker, and media reporter insights on the Philadelphia Union, Subaru Park, and loyal fanbase. The energy was palpable.
Ahmad Kamara
Class of 2024
Ahmad Kamara '24