Biology and chemistry are two of our most popular majors. A recent analysis explains why Haverford is one of '25 schools most responsible for greatest advances in science.'
Caroline McKeon '18 working with a Raman spectrometer in Associate Professor of Chemistry Casey Londergan's lab.
Haverford attracts intellectually curious, independent learners who value honesty, collaboration, and above all, new ways of seeing and improving the world.
As you perform real-world research and immerse yourself in hands-on learning, you'll work side-by-side with professors who are at the top of their fields.
Our mascot—the Black Squirrel—has a genetic adaptation that gives it a bold, black coat. Join our distinctive community and stand out from the pack with your fellow Haverfordians.
Assistant Professor of Linguistics Brook Danielle Lillehaugen went on an exciting treasure hunt for Zapotec texts during a three-week research trip to Oaxaca, Mexico. Lillehaugen was on the lookout for manuscripts to add to the growing collection in the Ticha Project—a digital publication of Colonial Zapotec resources.
A Zapotec document at the Archivo General de Poder Ejecutivo de Oaxaca in Oaxaca City. Courtesy of the Ticha Project.
Haverford has more than 145 student groups that publish magazines, host symposia, sing a cappella, discuss religion and spirituality, stay politically active, maintain a system of student self-government, dance, demonstrate and create.
Alex Bernas '19, a member of the Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Alliance, practices a kick. Photo: Holden Blanco '17.
*We have a very tiny magic 8 ball.