Allegheny College

Allegheny College

Northeast Region
Small Town Campus Setting
Small Size
1,231 Undergrad Enrollment
8:1 Student:Faculty
Bachelor's degree Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards

From Allegheny College

Maybe you’re an aspiring diplomat who enjoys singing and wants to be a difference-maker in your community. Maybe you someday hope to be a physician – and you’re also interested in pole vaulting and editing the college newspaper. Allegheny College (Meadville, PA) may be the place for you.

Allegheny - founded in 1815 and the 32nd oldest in the nation - is a national liberal arts college where 2,100 students with unusual combinations of interests, skills and talents excel. These "wonderfully weird" combinations enhance our students' success here - and ensure excellence in future careers.

We’ve been ranked as the #1 undergraduate research college in the country. Our faculty members pride themselves on being teachers first. They will advise and support you to move beyond what you can even imagine, providing opportunities and challenges that will lead you from hard work and dedication to extraordinary outcomes. Our average class size is 11. There are zero teaching assistants. You choose both a major and a minor – and complete a senior research project that you select.

A member of the Colleges That Change Lives coalition, Allegheny is committed providing a transformative education to ambitious, talented students independent of their financial or social means. We cater to students with a passion for the arts, dance, music or theatre. Allegheny’s historic campus is known as one of the most beautiful campuses in the country.

Neighborhood

Allegheny College's location on North Main Street puts students in the heart of Meadville's walkable downtown, where local restaurants, cafes, and shops are just steps away. The surrounding area offers a quintessential small-town college atmosphere with easy access to parks and outdoor recreation, while nearby entertainment venues and cultural attractions provide plenty of options for weekend activities. The neighborhood strikes a comfortable balance between academic focus and small-town charm, creating an accessible and engaging environment for student life.
5
Car-Dependent
Walk Score
30
Some Transit
Transit Score
20
Minimal Biking
Bike Score
½ mile
1 mile
2 miles
Food & Drink
Restaurants & Bars
Daily Needs
Grocery & Services
Shopping & Entertainment
Shopping & Entertainment
Health & Wellness
Gyms, Parks & Hospitals
Transit Access
Rail (subway, train, light rail)
Bus stops & stations

Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Early Decision Nov 1, 2026
Early Action Dec 1, 2026
Regular Decision Feb 15, 2027
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
Personal essay
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 13 1140 - 1350  
ACT 10 25 - 31  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 5,045 51 % 48 % 101 %
Number admitted 2,953 46 % 53 % 1 %
Number enrolled 283 49 % 49 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Degree is in the top 10 based on undergradate enrollment.
Area of Study Major Bachelor
Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences
Neuroscience
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Business/Managerial Economics
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Informatics
Computer Science
Engineering
Computer Software Engineering
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians
Computer Software Technology/Technician
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
General Literature
Creative Writing
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
French Language and Literature
Spanish Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs
International Public Health/International Health
History
History
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Biological and Physical Sciences
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Sustainability Studies
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences
Geology/Earth Science
Physics
Psychology
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Community Organization and Advocacy
Social Sciences
Economics
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government
Visual and Performing Arts
Design and Applied Arts
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
Film/Cinema/Media Studies
Fine/Studio Arts
Music

Athletics

NCAA Division III with football
Sport Men Women
All Track Combined
Baseball
Basketball
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Volleyball

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Mission Statement

Allegheny-s undergraduate residential education prepares young adults for successful, meaningful lives by promoting students- intellectual, moral, and social development and encouraging personal and civic responsibility. Allegheny-s faculty and staff combine high academic standards and a commitment to the exchange of knowledge with a supportive approach to learning. Graduates are equipped to think critically and creatively, write clearly, speak persuasively, and meet challenges in a diverse, interconnected world.