College Profile: Moravian College
Moravian truly believes in educating the whole person. It is rooted in our philosophy, which derives from the teachings of the 17th-century Moravian leader John Amos Comenius, known as "the father of modern education." He believed that education should do more than just teach information, but also give students the chance to explore values, build physical well being, and develop a caring and productive way of life.
We know that a lot of learning takes place outside of the formal classroom--in the residence halls, in the field house, in organization meetings. So in all of our student life programs, we want to foster that learning and assist students in positive ways, in ways that will help them grow.
The purpose of a Moravian education is to set you free —from gaps in your knowledge, from limitations in your thinking, from isolation in your world—to lead a fulfilling, successful life. Our educational programs are founded on the ideals of John Amos Comenius, a Moravian leader born in the 16th century, now revered as the "father of modern education."
Our nation's leaders are crying out for a reaffirmation of his principles: a strong basic curriculum, personal attention from skilled teachers, a global perspective, and a vision for the future of students. Moravian College was founded more than 250 years ago on Comenius's principles. We continue to fine-tune his ideals to fulfill the needs of a new age and a new world order. We like to think that we have a special insight into what he had in mind.
For over two centuries men and women exploring God's call have chosen to attend Moravian Theological Seminary, a graduate school that prepares them for vocations that make a difference in the lives of others. Known for combining strong academics with practical experiences, Moravian equips our graduates with a strong pastoral identity, ready to lead and serve in congregational, counseling, and other ministries.
To add to the richness of the learning experience, it is common for our student body to represent at least 14 denominations and other faith traditions. Our programs are rooted in the Moravian faith tradition — centered in Jesus Christ, grounded in Scripture, ecumenical in spirit, committed to community, and focused on missional leadership.
Moravian Seminary is located in Bethlehem, an attractive tree-lined city of 75,000 in the center of the Lehigh Valley community, with a population of more than 600,000. Six nationally-ranked colleges are located in the Lehigh Valley — Moravian College, Lehigh University, Muhlenberg College, Lafayette College, Cedar Crest College, and DeSales University.
610-861-1360 (general)
610-861-1330 (financial aid)
610-861-1320 (admissions)
General Information
Other Names |
Moravian College, Moravian Theological Seminary, Moravian, Moravian Seminary |
Type |
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above |
Control |
Private not-for-profit |
Size |
1,000 - 4,999 |
Campus Setting |
City: Small |
Calendar System |
Semester |
Title IV Eligibility |
Participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs |
Relgious Affiliation |
Moravian Church |
College Student Services Offered
Yes |
Remedial Services | Yes |
Academic/career counseling service |
Yes |
Employment services for students | Yes |
Placement services for completers |
No |
On-campus day care for students' children | |
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College Special Learning Opportunities
Yes |
ROTC | No |
Distance learning opportunities |
Yes |
ROTC: Army | Yes |
Study abroad |
No |
ROTC: Navy | Yes |
Weekend/evening college |
No |
ROTC: Air Force | |
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Sources: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
More info
Moravian College Website
Admissions Considerations & Recommendations
Open admission policy |
No |
Admission test scores |
Recommended |
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
Required |
Applicants (most recent fall period)
Admissions (most recent fall period)
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Percentage Receiving Financial Aid
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Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergraduates
Average Tuition for Full-Time Graduates
Comprehensive Fee for Full-Time Undergraduates
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Per Credit Hour Charge for Part-Time Graduates
Student Body
2,358 |
Student Body Size | Yes |
On-Campus Housing |
2,037 |
Fall Applicants | 1,227 |
Total Dormitory Capacity |
1,594 |
Fall Admissions | |
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Gender
Ethnicity
College Levels Offered
No |
Less than one year certificate | No |
One but less than two years certificate |
No |
Associate's degree | No |
Two but less than 4 years certificate |
Yes |
Bachelor's degree | Yes |
Postbaccalaureate certificate |
Yes |
Master's degree | Yes |
Post-master's certificate |
No |
Doctor's degree | Yes |
First-professional degree |
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| No |
First-professional certificate |
All Academic Programs
- Music, General.
- Philosophy.
- Computer Science.
- Art/Art Studies, General.
- Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
- Mathematics, General.
- Social Science Teacher Education.
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
- Accounting.
- Political Science and Government, General.
- Curriculum and Instruction.
- Psychology, General.
- Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management.
- Chemistry, General.
- Spanish Language and Literature.
- Experimental Psychology.
- History, General.
- Sociology.
- German Studies.
- Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
- German Language and Literature.
- Religion/Religious Studies.
- Engineering, General.
- Business Administration and Management, General.
- Physics, General.
- Geology/Earth Science, General.
- French Language and Literature.
- Economics, General.
- Theology/Theological Studies.
- English Language and Literature, General.
- Biochemistry.
- Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
- Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv.
- Pastoral Studies/Counseling.
- International Business/Trade/Commerce.
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