Quick Facts

The College Founded in 1877, Bryn Athyn College is a small, private, coeducational, Christian, liberal arts college affiliated with the New Church.
Our Mission The purpose of a Bryn Athyn education is to enhance students' civil, moral, and spiritual life, as well as to contribute to human spiritual welfare.
Location The spacious and green 130-acre campus is located in Bryn Athyn, Pennsylvania, just 20 miles northeast of center city Philadelphia.
Enrollment 205 students from 14 U.S. states and 16 foreign countries.
Student-faculty ratio 7:1
Academics Areas of study include Art, Art History, Biology, Business Management, Education, English, History, Mathematics, Philosophy, Psychology, and Religion.
Campus Life 60% of students live on campus. In addition to men's and women's residence halls, upperclass students can choose to live more independently in one of our family-style Residence Cottages or houses.
Average class size 10 students
Student profile Typical Bryn Athyn students are bright, ethical and engaged in campus life. The profile of enrolling students is as follows: SAT median (for critical reading and mathematics) is 1070. The average GPA of an incoming freshmen is 3.49, and an average student's ACT average is 21.
Religious Affiliation Bryn Athyn College is affiliated with the General Church of the New Jerusalem, also called the New Church.
Spirituality At Bryn Athyn we encourage all our students to make conscious choices and live a life of integrity, honor and courage.
Accreditation Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (www.msche.org).
Facilities In addition to academic and student life buildings, our campus includes the Bryn Athyn Historic District (Glencairn Museum, Cairnwood Estate and the majestic Bryn Athyn Cathedral) and the Doering Center, our new state-of-the-art facility for science and research.
Athletics We offer soccer (indoor and outdoor), ice hockey, lacrosse, tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, badminton and dance ensemble.
Extracurricular Activities Outing Club, student newspaper, student government, International Student Organization, plays and musicals, college chorale and more.
Tuition Tuition and fees for the 2010-2011 academic year are $15,540. Room and board costs vary. Summary of 2010-2011 tuition and fees.
Financial Aid 95% of students who applied for financial aid received some assistance (federal, state, institutional and/or merit).

Contact:

Bryn Athyn College Switchboard
267-502-6000, admissions@brynathyn.edu