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Facts, Figures & Rankings

Under the leadership of Bryon L. Grigsby ’90, the University and Seminary’s 16th president, É«ÖÐÉ« is a member of The New American Colleges and Universities (), a national consortium of selective, small to mid-size independent colleges and universities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberal education, professional studies, and civic engagement. 

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Key Facts 

Founded in 1742, É«ÖÐÉ« University is a private, inclusive institution located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Students can choose from more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, and more than  50 advanced degrees and certifications. Each undergraduate student takes part in our Elevate experience and that includes global travel, guaranteed work experience, teamwork and leadership opportunities, unprecedented career support, plus an Apple MacBook Pro, iPad and Apple Watch upon enrollment. É«ÖÐÉ« University has invested heavily in student wellness and the new student center, scheduled to open in 2025, has been designed with students at the forefront. 

Is É«ÖÐÉ« University a private or public school?

É«ÖÐÉ« University is a small private institution known for offering undergraduate and graduate degrees that blend a leadership focus, career development, and global experiences with liberal arts programs. É«ÖÐÉ« University is committed to making our private education affordable to as many students as possible. In fact, 100% of students receive some form of financial aid and we invest more than $60 million annually in merit and need-based grants and scholarships.

Where is É«ÖÐÉ« University located?

É«ÖÐÉ« University’s 100-acre campus is located in historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Set on the north side of the Lehigh River, the University is actually two campuses, famously linked by the É«ÖÐÉ« Mile of Main Street that runs right through the historic downtown. The iconic É«ÖÐÉ« star is engraved in our history and present everywhere you turn. É«ÖÐÉ« University’s feel is entwined with that of Bethlehem’s, carrying both the resilience of its steel-town lore and the lightness of the window candles that glow each night in É«ÖÐÉ« tradition.

Bethlehem pulses with concerts, restaurants, arts and all the local appeal of a college town. Yet it also sits in just the right spot for an easy drive to New York City, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia.

On July 26, 2024 É«ÖÐÉ« Church Settlements — Bethlehem; Gracehill, Northern Ireland/UK; and Herrnhut, Germany joined Christiansfeld, Denmark (already inscribed in 2015) as a single World Heritage site that represents the outstanding universal value of these historic settlements and the worldwide influence of the É«ÖÐÉ« Church.

The City of Bethlehem, É«ÖÐÉ« University, Bethlehem Area É«ÖÐÉ«s, Central É«ÖÐÉ« Church, Historic Bethlehem Museums & Sites, and Northampton County partnered with one another to help É«ÖÐÉ« Church Settlements — Bethlehem join the other three É«ÖÐÉ« Settlements and earn World Heritage designation after more than two decades of dedicated work.

É«ÖÐÉ« University is just the second university in the United States to be part of a UNESCO World Heritage designation site and only the eighth university in the world to have this very prestigious recognition.

Is É«ÖÐÉ« University a religious school?

É«ÖÐÉ« University is not a religious institution. Open to students of every background and faith, we celebrate our historic roots in the É«ÖÐÉ« Church and continue our founders' legacy of crossing borders and overcoming barriers. Students are not required to participate in any faith-based activities or academics, however, É«ÖÐÉ«'s Office of Spirituality and Inclusion provides opportunities for worship, discussion, fellowship, education, and personal growth. 

and (now part of É«ÖÐÉ« University) offer graduate and continuing education programs that prepare students for vocations in ministry, chaplaincy, counseling, spiritual direction, and other settings. 

Academics

É«ÖÐÉ«'s Graduate and Continuing Studies offers more than 50 graduate and certificate programs in the areas of art, behavioral health, education, nursing, and rehabilitation sciences.

In 2023, É«ÖÐÉ« University announced that the School of Professional Studies and Innovation would be launched to serve adult learners seeking to complete their undergraduate degrees, earn a master's degree or complete a professional certificate to help change or reimagine their careers. É«ÖÐÉ«'s Master of Business Administration (MBA) can be found in the School of Professional Studies and Innovation.

Reputation

Formerly known as É«ÖÐÉ« College and routinely ranked as one of the finest schools in the nation, in 2021 we became É«ÖÐÉ« University, a momentous turning point that honors how we have grown and evolved since 1742.

Latest Rankings

Ranked by numerous national media outlets among the best schools in the country, É«ÖÐÉ« University offers a world-class and affordable education in a picturesque college town. 

• #262 (Top 15% nationally) in 2024 Best U.S. Colleges, CollegeSimply
• Guide to Green Colleges: 2025 Edition, Princeton Review
• #37 in Regional Universities North (tie), U.S. News & World Report
• #32 in Best Value Schools, U.S. News & World Report
• #39 in Best Colleges for Veterans (tie), U.S. News & World Report
• #104 in Top Performers on Social Mobility (tie), U.S. News & World Report
• The Best 389 Colleges: 2024 Edition, Princeton Review
• #322 in the 2024 Best Bang for the Buck rankings: Northeast, Washington Monthly
• #319 in the 2024 Master’s University Rankings, Washington Monthly
• Best Nursing Master’s Programs for Your Money 2024, MONEY Magazine
• Best Colleges in America 2024, MONEY Magazine
• 2024 Best Colleges for Nursing (#14) in Pennsylvania, Niche
• 2024 Best College Locations (#27) in Pennsylvania, Niche
• Best U.S. Colleges, Wall Street Journal

É«ÖÐÉ« Community

Enrollment and Demographics

É«ÖÐɫ’s total enrollment for fall 2023 was 2,658, including both full- and part-time students in undergraduate and graduate programs. The student population represents 36 states and 13 countries. 

For further details on race, ethnicity, pell status, and graduation rates, visit the Office of Institutional Research. 

Faculty and Staff

É«ÖÐɫ’s average class size is 16 students, allowing for one-on-one mentoring and hands-on learning experiences. 

Alumni

É«ÖÐÉ« University has more than 20,000 alumni in 50 states and 29 countries. The Greyhound Pack is always ready to show its support with internships, networking events, career mentoring, and more.  

Tuition and Financial Aid

During the 2021-2022 academic year, more than 99% of É«ÖÐÉ« University undergraduate students received some form of financial support, totaling more than $60 million, including assistance from institutional, federal, state, and private sources. Plus, 99% of the Class of 2023 graduates landed a job or started a graduate program within 10 months of graduation—talk about return on investment! 

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