Moravian University
Moravian University

Moravian University

Bethlehem, PA, USA
Private
4 Year

Overview

Founded in 1742, Moravian University is the nation's sixth oldest college and offers students a private education they will not find anywhere else: personal attention and preparation for life with a record of success longer than our nation’s history. Moravian University offers Elevate, the undergraduate experience that provides career guidance and global travel, plus internship and co-op opportunities. Moravian also offers graduate degrees and certificates in business, education, nursing, and rehabilitation sciences. With small class sizes and expansive academics, Moravian University is both selective and accessible, rooted in an education-for-all inclusiveness that we pioneered.

Acceptance Rate:
67%
Average Net Price:
$28,924
Campus Setting:
Small city
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1129

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Tuition, Cost & Aid

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$28,924
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Tuition
In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution.
$52,000
Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school.
$52,000
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$15,351
Books and Supplies
$1284
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$20,345
$30k - $48k
$21,964
$48k - $75k
$23,827
$75k - $110k
$27,295
$110k+
$32,292
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]

Aid & Grants

0
100
77%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
26%
Average Aid Per Year
$31,527
Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
26%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,665
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$28,226

 

Students receiving state aid
29%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$4381
Students receiving federal aid
35%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,665
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$36,733
$30k - $48k
$35,946
$48k - $75k
$34,720
$75k - $110k
$31,980
$110k+
$28,376
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$49,387,712
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$11,954,765

Student Loans

Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
83%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,983
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,113
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
Students receiving federal loans
82%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,443
Average Other Loans Per Year
$18,632

 

Admissions

Key Admissions Stats

Institution Type
Private
  • Not for Profit
  • Moravian Church
  • Coed

Need Blind

This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission

Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
0
100
67%
Acceptance Rate
3284
Students Applied
59%
Transfer Acceptance Rate
129
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is not checked
No
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier.November 15
Fall Regular DecisionMarch 1
Applications Accepted
Common Application
Common Application
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
62%
Out-Of-State Students
26%
3%
Submitting ACT
30%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1129
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
530
75th
620
Reading
25th
530
75th
633
3.6
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By GPA

3.75+
36%
3.50 - 3.74
20%
3.25 - 3.49
15%
3.00 - 3.24
13%
2.50 - 2.99
14%
2.00 - 2.49
2%
Students Enrolled By Class Rank

Top 10%
16
Top 25%
40
Top 50%
78

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 800-441-3191
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,533
Total Number of Undergrads
1,904
0
100
66%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
69%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non Traditional Learning
  • Online Classes
  • Online Undergrad Degrees
  • Summer Sessions
  • Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
  • Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
  • ROTC Army
  • Study Abroad
  • Honors Program
  • Teacher Certification Offered
Classroom Sizes

2-19 Students
61%
20-39 Students
35%
40-99 Students
3%
 

Degrees and Majors

MAJORS
54

Faculty Overview

Gender
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Multi-Racial

Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
39%
61%
Residency
In-State Students
62%
Out-Of-State Students
26%
Size of Town
Small city
US States Represented
23
Countries Represented
6
Ethnicity
African American
5%
Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
Hispanic
15%
White
68%
Multiracial
2%
Unknown
6%
Percent of First Generation Students
29%
Student Organizations
82
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes

Housing

0
100
61%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
54%
Freshman Living on Campus

Athletics

Divisional Sports Nickname
Greyhound
School Colors
blue and grey
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Landmark Conference
Total Male Athletes
264
Total Female Athletes
170
Intramural Sports
14
Sports Club
7
Sports Team (Men)
  • Baseball
  • Basketball
  • Cross Country
  • Football
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
  • Basketball
  • Cheerleading-Dance Team
  • Cross Country
  • Field Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field
  • Volleyball
Moravian University Athletics: visit page

Campus Safety

24-HR security patrol
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

After Graduation

Post Grad Stats

Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$55,100
Top 5 Cities
Allentown
New York
Philadelphia
Washington
Reading
Top 5 Employers
Moravian College
St. Luke's University Health Network
Lehigh Valley Health Network
ADP
Bethlehem Area School District
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Education
Operations
Sales
Healthcare Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$22,113
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$258
This school absolutely pushes you to your limits and beyond, but not in an entirely over-stressed manner. Students here have teachers who are both mentors and friends. The professors here make sure that students learn all the material that is needed to be learned. The books in the library offer more opportunities to learn and delve into intellectual pursuits outside of the classroom. With engaging classes, students learn from the professors, other students, and even themselves. Internships and opportunities for research, volunteering, community service, and more allow for an even greater spectrum of knowledge and wisdom and experience.
Student from Allentown, PA
I believe Moravian College is a wonderful place to expand on my knowledge and receive an education. The atmosphere is welcoming and the you will have no problem finding someone who really cares. I am glad I chose to come here, because I believe I can receive a great opportunity to become successful.
Monica from East Stoudsburg, PA
Moravian is a quaint school in the small city of Bethlehem. It is very quiet on campus despite its location and it is aesthetically pleasing. The professors are extremely nice and the class sizes are usually between 15-30 students.
Paige from Saylorsburg, PA
The community at Moravian is the most welcoming there is.
Kleenex
moravian is for the serious student. don't let the sticker shock scare you off because if you're hs grades were good, the scholarships will make your tuition less than the most expensive state schools! even the toughest of classes are doable because the professors care about you and want you to succeed.
justastudent
A small, tight-knit community where every feels welcome. The campus is friendly, the food is good, the people are better.
Meghan from Stewartsville, NJ
Moravian is an amazing college that offers many opportunities to its students. Everyone is nice and the professors want you to succeed. I am happy that I made the decision to attend college at this wonderful school.
Laura from Eagleville, PA
moravian is a small school, that is very good in producing well-rounded students. it is very easy to get involved in the school, and to build up your resume. it is also very easy to build relationships with faculty and staff, which is a plus when it comes to resumes and if you ever need recommendations.
BooBoo from Allentown, PA
Classes are challenging enough to keep you on your toes, and interesting enough to leave you wanting more.
Valerie from Lindenhurst, NY
Moravian College pushes students to learn as much as possible in the short time they attend the school. It is not a place for underachievers. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities on top of challenging classes; it makes for a vigorous schedule that requires organization and an extreme thirst for learning and involvement.
Music Student of Moravian