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Neumann University

Aston, PA

private nonprofitgraduate

Quick Facts

Veritas, Caritas (Latin)("Truth, Charity")

1965
Founded
Private university
Type
1,574
Total Students
1,658
Undergrad
586
Graduate
$28M
Endowment
(2016)
$37K
Tuition (In-State)
$37K
Tuition (Out-State)
$29K
Avg Net Price
76%
Acceptance Rate
46%
Graduation Rate
6-year
69%
Retention Rate
Master's Colleges & Universities
Classification
President: Chris E. Domes

Data from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0) & U.S. Dept. of Education

About Neumann University

Neumann: Franciscan-founded, empowering students with truth, charity, and leadership.

Neumann University stands as a distinctive private institution rooted deeply in the Franciscan tradition, guided by its inspiring motto, "Veritas, Caritas" (Truth, Charity). For prospective students and their families, Neumann offers an education dedicated not only to academic excellence but also to fostering a spirit of care, service, and community. It's a place where personal growth is nurtured alongside intellectual development, preparing graduates to lead with compassion and competence in a diverse world.

The university's rich history traces back to 1855, when Saint John Neumann approved the founding of the Franciscan Sisters community whose mission of education and care eventually led to the establishment of Our Lady of Angels College in 1965. Initially serving 115 female students, the institution evolved, becoming Neumann College in 1980 in honor of its namesake, and embracing co-education in the same year. This expansion laid the groundwork for its eventual achievement of university status in 2009, marking a significant milestone in its journey of growth and academic advancement.

Academically, Neumann University has demonstrated its commitment to advanced studies by offering rigorous doctoral programs, including the Doctorate in Physical Therapy since 2004 and an Ed.D. in educational leadership since 2005. These programs highlight the university's dedication to developing highly skilled professionals and leaders. The student experience at Neumann is further enriched by its expanding campus, which nearly doubled in size in 2021, providing enhanced resources and opportunities for its vibrant community. Neumann continues its legacy of empowering students to make a meaningful difference, guided by its foundational values of truth and charity.

Key Highlights

  • Founded in 1965 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia.
  • Motto: "Veritas, Caritas" (Truth, Charity), reflecting its Franciscan values.
  • Achieved university status from the Pennsylvania Department of Education in 2009.
  • Offers doctoral programs in Physical Therapy (since 2004) and Educational Leadership (since 2005).
  • Admitted its first male undergraduate students in 1980, becoming fully co-educational.
  • Campus nearly doubled in size to 133 acres in 2021 through a significant land purchase.
  • Led by President Chris E. Domes.

Timeline

1855
Bishop (later Saint) John Neumann approved the request to start a religious community of Franciscan Sisters in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
1965
Founded as Our Lady of Angels College with 115 female students by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia.
1980
Name changed to Neumann College in honor of Saint John Neumann.
1980
Admitted its first male undergraduate students.
2004
Granted approval to offer its first doctoral program (Doctorate in Physical Therapy).
2005
Granted approval for its second doctoral program (an Ed.D. in educational leadership).
2009
Achieved university status from the Pennsylvania Department of Education, becoming Neumann University.
2021
Purchased Our Lady of Angels Convent, three smaller buildings, and 63 adjacent acres, nearly doubling the campus size to 133 acres.
🏛️
61 Years
of Excellence

Leadership

Chris E. Domes
President

Data from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

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