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What is the admission process like at Haverford College?

Haverford College offers state-of-the-art facilities within a 200-acre arboretum campus, located just minutes from Philadelphia. Our Admission process is conducted as a comprehensive, holistic review in which each application is treated with extraordinary care and personal attention.

How does a student make a payment on a Haverford E-Bill?

The “View Haverford E-Bill/Make a Payment” button provides an authenticated link to our Nelnet site where they can make a secure payment. After accessing the online payment site, the student may initiate an invitation to a third party (parent) by selecting “Add an Authorized Payer”.

What is the deadline for enrolling in the Haverford health plan?

Prior to first attendance at Haverford, and annually thereafter, all registered students (except International Students as defined above) must either actively enroll in the plan, or waive coverage, before the August 5, 2021 deadline.

How do I receive emails from Haverford?

Join the mailing list to receive emails from Haverford. (We promise not to clutter your inbox. We only send 1 or 2 per month.) Join the Mailing List.

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Do you have extended hours?

The boys can be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m. (no charge). We will be offering enrichment/aftercare options until 6 p.m. (some fees apply). Additional details and enrichment options and enrollment will be available in mid-August.

What is the Lower School dress code?

Shirt: white, yellow, maroon, or gold; collared, knit polo, or turtleneck; either long or short sleeves, or Oxford button-down. Shirts must be tucked in!

How do I report an absence?

Call the Health Office at 484-417-2714 for any absence related to symptoms or illness.

Where can I find summer reading lists?

Summer reading information is available at www.haverford.org/summerreading.

How do I report an absence?

Call the Health Office at 484-417-2714 for any absence related to symptoms or illness.

Where can I find summer reading lists?

Summer reading information is available at www.haverford.org/summerreading.

How many semesters are required to complete Haverford College?

Students are charged full tuition for each of the first eight semesters they are in attendance at the College. Students who finish seven semesters without completing all degree requirements will be required to enroll for a final semester at full tuition if the number of credits needed is more than one. In the event that these students enter their eighth semester at Haverford needing a single credit or less for degree completion as certified by the Dean and Registrar of the College, the tuition charge will be at the Special Student Rate of $7,555.

How are Haverford grants credited?

Haverford Grants and other confirmed Financial Aid from the College are credited directly to your account, half each semester. Federal Direct Stafford, PLUS loans, and outside scholarships and grants will not appear on your bill or be credited to your account until the funds are received by the Controller’s Office. You may deduct the semester disbursement (which is normally one half of the total) of any confirmed Loan, Scholarship, or Grant amount from the account balance due. Please remember to deduct the origination fee from your Direct Loan amount before calculating your payment. On-campus employment ( Federal Work Study) is paid directly to the student by Student Payroll for hours worked. Specific questions regarding Financial Aid including loan applications should be directed to the Financial Aid Office ( finaid@haverford.edu or 610-896-1350).

When are tuition bills mailed in Nelnet?

Tuition bills will be issued electronically, in Nelnet, the second week of July for the Fall semester and in early December for the Spring semester. Term bills are not mailed.

What is a student ID card?

Your student ID card ( OneCard) also functions as a room/building access card and a stored debit card. Students may elect to establish an account on the College OneCard to pay for books, merchandise and food at College dining locations and the Bookstore.

What is the best education for a Ford?

A liberal arts education is the best professional preparation. The skills, knowledge, and critical thinking you develop at Haverford can be applied to myriad fields and careers. As a Ford, you automatically stand out in the world, and are better able to inform, heal, and improve it. Go Beyond.

When did Jess Lord announce the new college?

An announcement from Jess Lord, Vice President & Dean of Admission and Financial Aid. On Friday, March 20 , the College announced new operational changes that affect the remainder of the spring semester, including Commencement and Alumni Weekend.

Is Haverford College accredited?

Haverford College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, (267-284-5000) www.msche.org. The MSCHE is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

It happens at Haverford

At The Haverford School, we take boys’ energy and imagination and build something remarkable. Our extraordinary educators leave nothing to chance in young boys’ journeys to develop the power of their minds and hearts.

How it happens

Our best-for-boys programs are designed to help your son uncover his passion — and fuel it. In his pursuits as a scholar, a thespian, an athlete, and a citizen, he will be challenged and supported. On his journey toward manhood, he will discover all he can be.

How will your son make his mark?

Whether he becomes a man who achieves great feats of intellect or creativity, leads nobly, or gains quiet respect for the integrity he brings to all he does, begin his story at Haverford and you will witness the building of his full self and potential.

Begin your journey

No one brings out the best in boys like Haverford. 96% of families choose Haverford year after year – the highest re-enrollment among area independent schools.