At a time of conflict and divide, the College is working to bring students, faculty, and staff together to support one another and engage these important issues through peaceful and constructive dialogue.
Welcome, Friend.
Haverford attracts intellectually curious, independent learners who value honesty, collaboration, and above all, new ways of seeing and improving the world.
![students participate in hands on research](/sites/default/files/HP21-in-the-Lab-600.jpg)
Academics
Our rigorous academic program focuses on individual growth, intellectual exploration, and pushing the boundaries of each discipline.
![our campus resplendent with autumn colors](https://www.haverford.edu/sites/default/files/HP21-visit-600.jpg)
Visit Haverford
Haverford College offers state-of-the-art facilities within a 200-acre arboretum campus, located just minutes from Philadelphia.
![students having fun in the library stacks](https://www.haverford.edu/sites/default/files/HP21-apply-600.jpg)
Admission
Each application is treated personally and individually, with extraordinary care and attention to detail.
To me, receiving a quality education isn’t solely dependent on academic courses, and I wanted to make the most of my collegiate experience.
Class of 2021
Living the HaverLife
At Haverford, we take a balanced approach to learning and extracurriculars. You can compete and challenge yourself at the highest level without sacrificing your identity as a student, scholar, and full community member.
At a Glance
1,472
student body
100%
students who complete a senior thesis
56
academic programs
98%
of students live on campus
6:1
tree to student ratio
8
miles from Philadelphia
(20 minutes by train)
![Oh the places you will go written on a graduation cap](/sites/default/files/Homepage/HP21-commencement-cap-600.jpg)
Beyond Haverford
The end is just the beginning of something amazing. Haverford alumni take their talents to elite graduate schools, marquee employers, and far-flung locations across the world.
Haverford Headlines
News and updates from Haverford College.
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Robinson’s gift helps realize a cornerstone of Haverford 2030, the College’s strategic plan.
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Last week, the 387 students comprising the Class of 2028 began their transition to college life with Customs, Haverford’s signature orientation program.
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Events
Haverford hosts a huge array of events on campus, and the best part? Many events are open to the public and all events are free to students. That includes concerts, performances, lectures, author events, film premieres, and more!