At Widener University, they believe academic excellence, career preparation, and civic engagement are the foundations for success.

Those values are incorporated into more than 60-degree options university-wide, including top-ranked programs in nursing, engineering, social work, and the arts & sciences.

Widener meets students where they are in their education journeys, with associate, baccalaureate, master, and doctoral degrees.

They have two distinct law schools in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and in Wilmington, Delaware, too.

Their close-knit community of top-notch teachers, nationally renowned researchers, and students from 48 states and 37 countries are passionate about learning, leadership, and making a difference.

Vision & History

Their history as a former military college has given Widener a strong foundation, and has created a lasting set of valuesthat are reflected in the university's mission statement today.

As a first-choice university, Widener is a dynamic, inclusive academic community, transforming students into scholars, leaders, and globally engaged citizens.

These values are a guiding force for the entire campus community and are infused into the curriculum through opportunities like life-changing study abroad experiences, hands-on internships or co-ops, and the development of strong leadership skills.