At a glance
Average net price
$30,536
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
73.3%
Admission rate
92%
Undergrad size
1,491
In-state tuition
$61,210
Out-of-state tuition
$61,210
Cost of attendance
$76,815
Median earnings (10y)
$73,721
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,310
- ACT midpoint
- 30
- Retention
- 86.9%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
18 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (44%), social sciences (29%), humanities & arts (18%).
- STEM44%
- Business8%
- Humanities & arts18%
- Social sciences29%
- Biological sciences29.2%~436 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences15.8%~235 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology11.7%~174 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Business7.9%~118 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Communication7.6%~113 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~74 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- English4.4%~65 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science3.8%~57 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~57 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History2.9%~44 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics2.3%~35 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education1.2%~17 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~9 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.3%~4 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
25 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 96 | $46,186 | $27,000 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 81 | $33,137 | $27,000 |
| Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences. | Bachelor's | 73 | $32,195 | $27,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 72 | $29,123 | $27,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 57 | $27,243 | $27,000 |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 36 | $29,582 | $27,000 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 33 | $23,394 | — |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 31 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 30 | $26,345 | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Education, General. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Sociology and Anthropology. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 10 | $18,847 | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Public Policy Analysis. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Dance. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Ursinus College
Ursinus College is a mid-sized institution located in Collegeville, Pennsylvania, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,491 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Ursinus College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $30,536 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $61,210 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $76,815 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 73.3%, a strong completion outcome. 86.9% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $73,721 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Ursinus College confers degrees and certificates across 18 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Biological sciences, Social sciences, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (44% of credentials), social sciences (29% of credentials), humanities & arts (18% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Ursinus College accepts 92% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,310. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 30.
Location & campus
Set in Collegeville, Pennsylvania (suburb), Ursinus College draws students from across Pennsylvania and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Ursinus College
Q.How much does Ursinus College cost?
The average net price at Ursinus College is $30,536 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $76,815.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Ursinus College?
Ursinus College has a 6-year graduation rate of 73.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Ursinus College?
Ursinus College admits 92% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Ursinus College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Ursinus College graduate earns $73,721 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Ursinus College?
Published tuition is $61,210 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Ursinus College located?
Ursinus College is located in Collegeville, Pennsylvania (ZIP 19426).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Ursinus College at their official website.