Haverford College
Haverford College is a private liberal arts institution located just outside Philadelphia. Known for its student-run Honor Code and mandatory senior thesis, Haverford offers an intellectually rigorous undergraduate experience within a collaborative community.
Acceptance rate
13%
Undergrad enrollment
1,450
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$65
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early DecisionEarly Decision I | November 15, 2026 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision I Financial Aid Deadline | November 15, 2026 |
| Early Decision IIEarly Decision II | January 5, 2027 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision II Financial Aid Deadline | January 5, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 10, 2027 |
| Financial AidRegular Decision Financial Aid Deadline | January 15, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer Deadline | March 31, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
Tell us about a topic or issue that sparks your curiosity and gets you intellectually excited. How do you hope to engage with this topic or issue at Haverford?
We have highlighted for you some of the values that shape the Haverford community. What are some of the values you seek in your next community? How do Haverford's values, as demonstrated through our Honor Code, resonate with you? As you think about how to answer this question, you might draw from how you have been influenced by other communities you have been a part of, experiences you may have had within your communities, or opportunities you have had to shape or even change your communities.