Haverford College is a small, highly selective liberal arts college near Philadelphia known for its student-run honor code and strong science programs. As part of the Tri-College Consortium with Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore, Haverford students enjoy access to a broader range of courses while maintaining an intimate, trust-based academic community.
Mascot: Ford
Notable Alumni
Dave Barry (Pulitzer-winning humor columnist)•Josh Radnor (star of How I Met Your Mother)•Daniel Dae Kim (star of Lost)
At a Glance
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Highlights
Campus Experience
Haverford's student-run Honor Code governs everything from unproctored exams to social conduct. There's no Greek life, and the social scene is quiet — weekend parties exist but the 1,400-student campus can feel small fast. The Bi-Co relationship with Bryn Mawr (one mile away) is essential for expanding your social and academic world, and the Quaker-rooted culture of consensus and mutual respect is palpable.
A 200-acre certified arboretum with over 400 species of trees, a serene duck pond, and handsome stone Gothic and Federal-style buildings creating a contemplative English-garden atmosphere on Philadelphia's Main Line.
Based on Niche reviews, Princeton Review surveys, student forums, and institutional data.
Safety
Low on-campus crime supported by the Honor Code culture. Campus Safety operates 24/7 with electronically secured dorms and regular patrols.
Haverford Township on Philadelphia's Main Line is one of the safest communities in Delaware County, with violent crime rates well below national averages.
Based on Clery Act data, student surveys, and local crime statistics.
Plan Your Visit
Schedule: Weekdays during the academic year; seasonal schedule
Duration: ~60 minutes
Guided tours paired with information sessions. Group tours available for 8+ students. Contact admission@haverford.edu or 610-896-1350 for details.
Book a TourInteractive self-guided campus tour with multiple stops including Whitehead Campus Center, KINSC, Founders Hall, and the Duck Pond. The 216-acre arboretum campus is open dawn to dusk year-round (except Commencement Day).
Tour ResourcesMid-September through November for peak arboretum beauty and active campus. Late March-April for spring blooms and Haverfest. The arboretum offers seasonal guided tours -- check the schedule. Avoid winter break and August when campus is quiet.
Free visitor parking in the Visitors' Lot off Lancaster Avenue. Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is 25 minutes away. Haverford is on SEPTA's Paoli/Thorndale commuter rail line -- Haverford station is a short walk from campus. The R5 line runs frequently from 30th Street Station in Center City Philadelphia.
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