University of the Sciences Admissions

SAT Scores, Acceptance Rate, Financial Aid, Graduation Rate & More

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by Allen Grove
Dr. Allen Grove is an Alfred University English professor and a college admissions expert with 20 years of experience helping students transition to college.
Updated August 07, 2017

University of the Sciences Description:

University of the Sciences in Philadelphia is a private pharmacy and health science university located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was founded as a college of pharmacy in 1821, the first pharmacy school in North America. The 35-acre campus is situated in the heart of Philadelphia’s University City neighborhood, a center of education, research and culture just west of downtown Center City and home to five other colleges and universities. USciences is made up of five colleges, which collectively offer 25 bachelor’s, 13 master’s and 6 doctoral degrees. Popular among these programs are health science, biology, occupational therapy and pharmacy. Students participate in a variety of campus life events and activities; there are nearly 80 clubs and organizations at the university, including more than 20 academic and professional organizations and an active Greek life. The University of the Sciences Devils compete in the NCAA Division II Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference and Eastern College Athletic Conference.

Admissions Data (2016):

Enrollment (2016):

  • Total Enrollment: 2,541 (1,344 undergraduates)
  • Gender Breakdown: 38% Male / 62% Female
  • 99% Full-time

Costs (2016 - 17):

  • Tuition and Fees: $38,850
  • Books: $1,050 (why so much?)
  • Room and Board: $15,188
  • Other Expenses: $3,432
  • Total Cost: $58,520

University of the Sciences Financial Aid (2015 - 16):

  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Aid: 100%
  • Percentage of New Students Receiving Types of Aid
    • Grants: 100%
    • Loans: 69%
  • Average Amount of Aid
    • Grants: $20,285
    • Loans: $11,265

Academic Programs:

  • Most Popular Majors: Biology, Health Science, Exercise Science, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology and Toxicology

Transfer, Graduation and Retention Rates:

  • First Year Student Retention (full-time students): 85%
  • 4-Year Graduation Rate: 63%
  • 6-Year Graduation Rate: 70%

Intercollegiate Athletic Programs:

  • Men's Sports: Basketball, Baseball, Tennis, Track and Field, Golf
  • Women's Sports: Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Basketball, Rifle

Data Source:

National Center for Educational Statistics

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University of the Sciences Mission Statement:

"The mission of University of the Sciences in Philadelphia is to educate students to become leaders and innovators in the sciences, the health professions, and emerging related disciplines. Building on our legacy as the nation’s first college of pharmacy, we provide excellence in teaching, research, and service."