Arcadia University
Glenside, PA · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1065 and 1265 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 25
Popular programs at Arcadia University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biology, General. | 60 | |
| 2 | Psychology, General. | 45 | |
| 3 | Communication and Media Studies. | 24 | |
| 4 | Business Administration, Management and Operations. | 19 | |
| 5 | Criminology. | 17 | |
| 6 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 15 | |
| 7 | Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | 14 | |
| 8 | Political Science and Government. | 14 | |
| 9 | Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | 14 | |
| 10 | Mathematics. | 13 | |
| 11 | Design and Applied Arts. | 13 | |
| 12 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 13 | |
| 13 | Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | 12 | |
| 14 | Special Education and Teaching. | 11 | |
| 15 | English Language and Literature, General. | 11 | |
| 16 | International/Globalization Studies. | 11 | |
| 17 | History. | 11 | |
| 18 | Health and Medical Administrative Services. | 10 | |
| 19 | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | 10 | |
| 20 | Public Health. | 9 |
Showing top 20 of 39 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Arcadia University?
Arcadia University has an acceptance rate of 80% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Arcadia University?
Admitted students at Arcadia University typically score between 1065 and 1265 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Arcadia University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Arcadia University is approximately $29,466 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Arcadia University?
4-year graduation rate data for Arcadia University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.