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About This Campus
Widener University is a small, private, comprehensive university located on a 110-acre campus, only 20 minutes from Philadelphia (the fifth largest city in the United States). Our history as a former military college has given Widener a strong foundation, and has created a lasting set of values that are reflected in the university's mission statement today. Widener is a dynamic, inclusive academic community, transforming students into scholars, leaders, and globally engaged citizens. These values are a guiding force for the entire campus community and are infused into the curriculum through opportunities like life-changing faculty led study abroad experiences, hands-on internships or co-ops, and the development of strong leadership skills.Location Information
Widener is located on a beautiful campus in a small city near Philadelphia. Only twenty minutes from Widener University, Philadelphia is the nation’s fifth largest city, and home to world-class art, culture, sports, entertainment, and history. With accessible regional public transport, you can easily commute from our main campus in Chester to an internship or co-op in Center City, Philadelphia’s thriving commercial and business district, and a great place to launch your career. Need to unwind? Spend the day exploring historic Old City, take in a Phillies game, or hang out on South Street with friends. In Philadelphia, the possibilities are endless.Helpful Information
Choose from 41 undergraduate majors and 10 dual majors, including top-ranked pre-professional programs in medicine, pre-law, and physical therapy. Through rigorous academics, hands-on classroom projects, and real-world internships and co-op opportunities, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in today’s world.Campus Links
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Campus HomepageFast Facts
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| Location | | Chester |
| Population | | 33,000 |
| Enrollment | | 6,402 |
| Language | | English |
| Calendar | | Semester |
| Canada | | Home (B) |
| Fall | | 09/26-12/13 |
| Spring | | 01/13-05/08 |
Campus Diversity
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| White | | 72% |
| Black | | 13% |
| Hispanic/Latino | | 5% |
| Asian | | 4% |
| Native/1st Nation | | 0% |
| Hawaiian/P.I. | | 0% |
| Two or more | | 3% |
| Other | | 3% |