Adelphi University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 66%
Average High School GPA: 3.7
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1110–1305
ACT Range: 23–29
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: 5,251
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: None
Political Leaning: Moderate
Tuition & Fees: ~$37,110/year
Average Net Price After Aid: $26,953/year
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Garden City, New York
Setting: Suburban
U.S. Region: Northeast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 31°F (-0.5°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 76°F (24°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 46 inches (1,170 mm)
Nearest Airport: John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) — Approximately 13 miles (25-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @adelphiuniversity
Swim Team Instagram: @adelphiswimdive
Twitter: @adelphiuniv
Facebook: @adelphiuniversity
LinkedIn: @adelphi-university
YouTube: @AdelphiUniversity
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University Athletics
NCAA Division II
Northeast-10 Conference (NE-10)
women’s bowling competes in the East Coast Conference
Nickname: Panthers
Mascot: Paws the Panther
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Nolan Swimming Pool
Head Coach: Marc Danin
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #2 in Northeast-10 Conference
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #6 in Northeast-10 Conference
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Forbes Top Colleges
#271 Top Colleges 2025
#145 In Private Colleges
#177 In Research Universities
#94 In The Northeast
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: B
Academics: B-
Diversity: A
Athletics: B
Professors: C+
Dorms: C-
Student Life: B+
Value: A-
Campus: B+
Party Scene: B-
Location: A
Campus Food: C+
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: NR
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #577 of 1,332
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