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Adelphi University
Garden City,
NY
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate73%
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About Adelphi University
Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university. It serves almost 8,000 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, New York—just 23 miles from New York City’s cultural and internship opportunities—and at dynamic learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, as well as online.
Adelphi University is a private, nonprofit university in the suburb of Garden City, New York. Adelphi University was founded in 1896. The college currently enrolls around 7,252 students a year, including 5,055 undergraduate students.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Adelphi University
It is moderately difficult to get into Adelphi University. Adelphi University admitted 73% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 17,301 applications received in 2022, 12,591 students were offered admission.
| Adelphi University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 73% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | 85% |
| Average GPA | 3.7 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting ACT scores | 85% |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 34% |
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Adelphi University is located in the town of Garden City, New York, near New York City.
If you are interested in seeing Adelphi University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Long Island Expressway to Garden City, or book a flight to the nearest airport, John F. Kennedy International.
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College Info
Adelphi University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Jun 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Adelphi University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Adelphi University is Jun 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Adelphi University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1120 - 1310
Math SAT Range
550 - 660
Reading SAT Range
560 - 650
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1310 and Above
Good
1120 to 1310
Avg
1120 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Adelphi University students is 1213. Applicants with SAT scores of 1310 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Adelphi University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1120 to 1310 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1120 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Adelphi University.
Adelphi University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$68,338
In State$68,338
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$45,450
$45,450
Fees
$1,840
$1,840
Housing
$20,028
$20,028
Books
$1,020
$1,020
Student Life
Wondering what life at Adelphi University is like? There are approximately 7,252 students enrolled at Adelphi University, including 5,055 undergraduate students and 2,197 graduate students. 95% percent of students attend school full-time, 93% percent are from NY and 7% percent of students are from other states.
95%
Full Time5%
Part Time93%
In State7%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
7,252
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
73%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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