Neumann University

“The professors here push you to better yourself … They all want you to succeed.” – Curt Yenchik, Biology major

STRONG LIBERAL ARTS CORE
All undergraduate students at Neumann bolster their major’s focus with a strong, well-rounded Core Curriculum. Spanning across disciplines, the Core Curriculum is guided by the areas of growth in Comprehension, Contemplation, Conscience, Compassion, and Communication. 

• Comprehension: Think critically, creatively, and analytically
  Analyze and solve complex problems; demonstrate quantitative reasoning and scientific literacy; and explore the relationship of contemporary and historical events and issues. 
• Contemplation: Engage in meaningful reflection
  Apply the principles and values of the Catholic Franciscan tradition to personal, professional, and societal questions and issues; engage in self-reflection; embrace life-long learning; discern career and vocational choices; and recognize and appreciate creative expression. 

• Conscience: Act ethically and responsibly
  Demonstrate personal, professional, and academic honesty; accept responsibility for the consequences of their actions; engage as responsible members and leaders of diverse groups; and exercise ethical decision-making, informed by the Catholic Franciscan tradition, in a variety of settings. 
• Compassion: Respect all of creation
  Honor the worth and dignity of each person; interact respectfully in the local and global community; engage in service to promote the common good; and demonstrate environmental awareness and stewardship. 
• Communication: Communicate effectively
  Express ideas clearly and effectively in spoken and written form; use technology competently; access, evaluate, cite, and credit information using accepted conventions; and demonstrate competency in a language relevant to the major. 

These tenets of education prepare every student to be adaptable, positive change-makers in their communities. 

4+1 PROGRAMS
Neumann makes it easy and affordable to graduate with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in just five years! Just one example of these special 4+1 programs is the interdisciplinary Criminal Justice – Accounting BA/MS program, which allows undergraduate Criminal Justice majors the opportunity to take master’s degree courses in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection their Junior and Senior Year. Similarly, undergraduates from degree programs like Psychology and Social Work can use some of their undergraduate credits toward NU’s master’s degree in Pastoral Clinical Mental Health Counseling.

SPECIAL STUDY OPTIONS
Programs available at this institution.
Accelerated program
Cooperative education program
Cross-registration
Distance learning
Double major
Dual enrollment
Honors Program
Independent study
Internships
Liberal arts/career combination
Study abroad
Teacher certification program

“It’s a small campus, and everyone treats you like family.” – Connor Annett, Nursing Major

MEANINGFUL SERVICE
In line with Neumann’s Catholic Franciscan heritage, all students engage in service-learning as part of their Core theology courses. It is through engaging with their community that everyone embraces the value of outreach and the impact of service. Beyond this Core commitment, different opportunities to serve are always available through other Service-Learning courses, volunteer work, and advocacy. 

Week-long service immersion trips are offered during the fall, spring, and summer breaks, working with such organizations as Habitat for Humanity and the Valley of Angels orphanage in Guatemala. 

Just one example of the service opportunities at NU is the longest-standing service immersion trip to the Wind River Indian Reservation of the Arapaho and Shoshone tribes. Among the parishes, students perform upkeep projects as they learn about the Reservation’s culture.

SCHOOL LOCATION
Just 15 miles southwest of Philadelphia, Aston, PA, is the proud home of Neumann University. This safe, suburban town provides students a quiet and welcoming place to call home, yet its proximity to Philadelphia, New York City, the New Jersey shore, and Washington, D.C., means that adventure and professional opportunities are just around the corner.

ATHLETICS
Neumann University fields 19 teams with approximately 350 student-athletes. The Neumann Knights compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Division III, and are joining the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) as the league’s 17th member in the fall of  2026.

RESIDENCE LIFE
Percent of students living on campus.
First-time, first-year (freshman) students: 81%
Undergraduates: 50%

Campus housing options.
Coed dorms
Apartments for single students
Special housing for students with disabilities
Theme housing

“Neumann has prepared me for medical school because the courses are so challenging.” – Megan Bates, Biology / Clinical Laboratory Science Major

REAL-WORLD LEARNING
Professional readiness is a given through a Neumann education. All students, regardless of major, are challenged to put their skills to the test through a culminating Capstone course in their senior year. This is the perfect opportunity for them to reflect on all that they will have learned throughout their four years as they dive into an intensive project. Capstone projects are excellent additions to any résumé! 

But it doesn’t end there; students are also afforded the incredible chance to get hands-on exposure in their field of interest. 100% of students complete at least one internship, clinical placement, field experience, or student teaching experience before they graduate. These immersive, credit-bearing programs help put what is learned in the classroom into practice, helping everyone get a true feel for the career path they are pursuing. 

Nursing and Health Sciences students, who make up about a third of the student body, get to work under supervision at local hospitals for four semesters. Similarly, Business students complete two full internships with the encouragement to do more. It is all a testament to NU’s goal to graduate career-ready professionals. 

CAREER SERVICES
The Career and Professional Development Office offers comprehensive career preparation resources, including résumé and cover letter assistance. Services are delivered via one-on-one appointments, drop-in hours, classroom presentations, events, and collaboration with offices on campus. A career management platform is provided to every student for job and internship postings, an employer network, and event announcements.

Admissions

Neumann University is committed to offering a competitive, TEST OPTIONAL application review process!  Students with a 2.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale can apply with or without SAT/ACT Tests. We encourage students to still send the scores if they have them so that we can evaluate with and without scores and award the highest merit scholarship possible!

Merit Scholarships range from $10,000-$19,000 per year and are awarded to all admitted students!

For more information on applying, please visit www.neumann.edu/apply

ADMISSIONS FACTORS
Very Important
Rigor of secondary school record | Academic GPA

Important
First generation | Volunteer work | Level of applicant’s interest

Considered
Standardized test scores | Application Essay | Recommendation(s)
Interview | Extracurricular activities | Talent/ability | Character/personal qualities
Alumni/ae relation | Geographical residence | State residency
Religious affiliation/commitment | Work experience

TEST SCORES
Optional

Tuition & Cost

Tuition: $35,420
Fees: $1,880
Room: $9,300
Board: $7,040

Aid

For more information on scholarships, please visit www.neumann.edu/scholarships

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