Bryn Mawr College is a distinguished liberal arts institution with a rich tradition of academic excellence, equity, and women’s empowerment. Founded in 1885, the College was the first women’s college to offer graduate degrees and has maintained a reputation for innovation in scholarship, education, and community building.
Today, it offers a rigorous and inclusive academic environment to more than 1,700 students through 35 undergraduate majors and co-educational graduate and postbaccalaureate programs. With a majority-female faculty and a No. 1 national ranking in research expenditure among liberal arts institutions, Bryn Mawr remains committed to holistic student success and interdisciplinary learning.
The College’s 135-acre campus, located just outside Philadelphia, fosters a vibrant, engaged community. With 130+ student clubs, robust arts and athletics, and a legacy of student leadership, Bryn Mawr is more than a place of learning—it’s a space for transformation. Its 25,000+ alumnae/i network includes leaders across academia, government, science, and the nonprofit sector. Bryn Mawr’s vision is propelled by a steadfast commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and racial and gender equity.