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Class of 2028

The Fastest-Growing University in the Region

Come break records with us!

With a rich history and an even brighter future, É«ÖÐÉ« University provides a private education designed to prepare students for careers that have yet to be imagined. Equipped with cutting-edge Apple technology across campus, innovative programs led by expert faculty, and a strong commitment to student wellness—including a state-of-the-art student center set to open in August 2025—ɫÖÐÉ« continues to set the standard for excellence.

Since 1742, the university has welcomed students eager to dream boldly. Now, it’s your turn to explore all that our vibrant campus has to offer. Let's break records together.

Nationally Ranked and Recognized

Best 389 Colleges: 
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#37 in Regional 
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2024 Best Bang for the Buck rankings: Northeast

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Discover Your Brilliance at É«ÖÐÉ« University

Faculty using Apple tech

Apple Tech

Since becoming an Apple Distinguished School in 2018, É«ÖÐÉ« has empowered incoming first-year undergraduate and transfer students with cutting-edge tools, including a MacBook Pro, iPad, Apple Pencil, and Apple Watch. This initiative fuels a dynamic and innovative learning environment, promoting creativity and accessibility for all students.

Discussion circle

Wellness

É«ÖÐÉ« is committed to fostering a community where physical, mental, and emotional well-being are fully supported. With free on-campus counseling, a 10,000-square-foot fitness center, peer-support groups, and a new state-of-the-art student center opening in 2025, we’re here to ensure that everyone has the resources and encouragement to thrive.

SOAR project

Academics

Through our enriching Elevate undergraduate experience and our engaging graduate and professional studies programs, É«ÖÐÉ« offers students a tailored educational path to success. Our dedicated faculty serve as mentors, and our blend of classroom learning and hands-on experience equips students for achievements well beyond graduation.

Student SOAR project

Career Success

Within 10 months of graduating, 99% of É«ÖÐɫ’s 2023 graduates have secured employment or enrolled in graduate school. Our career strategists provide professional guidance for life after graduation, with students going on to work at organizations like the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, the New York Yankees, the Walt Disney Company, and the United States Senate.

Football players high-fiving

É«ÖÐÉ« University offers 23 NCAA Division III sports and has one of the nation’s most competitive and successful athletics programs for small universities. Our student-athletes consistently excel both in the classroom and on the field, and as of 2024, they’ve secured 243 All-American honors and 156 conference championships.

Alumni at homecoming

Not only is our alumni network over 20,000 strong, but their remarkable generosity enables É«ÖÐÉ« to continue transforming students’ lives through scholarships, impactful experiences, and leading-edge technology and learning facilities. Our alumni community is one that É«ÖÐÉ« can always rely on.

Students walking in Downtown Bethlehem

Looking for the ideal college town? Welcome to Bethlehem!

Nestled in the dynamic Lehigh Valley, Bethlehem is a thriving city full of energy, culture, and creativity. With its vibrant arts scene, diverse restaurants, and a lively college-town atmosphere, it’s a place where people from all walks of life come together to create a shared sense of belonging. Plus, it’s just a short drive from New York City, Washington, DC, and Philadelphia—and is consistently recognized by national publications as one of the best places to live in the US. In addition, É«ÖÐÉ« Church Settlements—Bethlehem was added to the prestigious UNESCO World Heritage list in July 2024, joining settlements in Denmark, Germany, and Northern Ireland, UK, as a network of sites with outstanding universal value.

Explore Bethlehem

Front of Comenius Hall

Private Education You Can Afford

Choosing the right school is about finding the perfect fit—academically, socially, and financially. At É«ÖÐÉ«, 100% of incoming freshmen and transfer students receive some form of financial aid. We’re here to make the process as clear as possible, helping students navigate everything from understanding their complete financial aid package to calculating their actual cost, which is what remains after scholarships, grants, work-study, and loans are applied.

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