Cheyney University of Pennsylvania is a public, co-educational historically black university that is a part of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education. Cheyney University has a 275-acre (1.11 km2) campus that is located in the Cheyney community within Thornbury Township, Chester County and Thornbury Township, Delaware County. It’s nickname is the Wolves and the University is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. Their colors are blue and white and their motto is Today's Leaders, Tomorrow's Leader's.
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania Profile
General Information
Location:
1837 University Circle, Cheyney, Pennsylvania 19319-0200
Phone: (610) 399-2275
Website: www.cheyney.edu
Type: 4-year, Public
Awards offered:
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Campus setting:
Suburb: Large
Campus housing: Yes
Student population: 1,586 (1,508 undergraduate)
Student-to-faculty ratio: 16 to 1
History
- Cheyney University was established on February 25, 1837, through the bequest of Richard Humphreys, making it the oldest institution of higher learning for African Americans.
- At its founding in 1837, the university was named the African Institute.
- Founded as the African Institute, the school was soon renamed the Institute for Colored Youth.
- In 1902 the Institute moved to George Cheyney's farm, 25 miles (40 km) west of Philadelphia; the name “Cheyney” became associated with the school in 1913.
- In 1983, Cheyney joined the State System of Higher Education as Cheyney University of Pennsylvania.
Campus
- Cheyney University has a 275-acre (1.11 km2) campus that is located in the Cheyney community within Thornbury Township, Chester County and Thornbury Township, Delaware County.
- Cheyney University has 29 buildings and is located on a bucolic, 275-acre suburban campus. The university boasts a beautiful Historic Quadrangle with buildings dating back to the early 1900’s.
- Students have access to shopping and dining, as well as social, cultural, and recreational activities in Wilmington, Delaware, and Philadelphia.
Students
- Total enrollment: 1,743
- In-state: 1,522
- Other regions: 29 states, 7 international
- Average class size: 15
Faculty
- Number of faculty members: 140
- Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
- Full-time faculty members: 99
- Part-time faculty members: 41
Academics
- Cheyney University’s commitment to teaching and small classes provides the opportunity for each student to learn and to share with others in the educational process.
- The Academic Success Center provides and opportunity for students to receive assistance in their academic endeavors.
- Cheyney University is accredited by:
The Middle States Commission on Higher Education
The Commission for Hospitality, and
The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
Facilities
- Cheyney University’s Leslie Pinckney Hill Library has a commitment to improving online resources for students using extensive databases including Academic Search Premier and Black Thought and Culture.
- The newly renovated Emien Hall facility on the Historic Quadrangle has been turned into a “Living and Learning” center to integrate academic study with social and residential experiences.
- The Fine Arts Lecture Series brings world renowned speakers and entertainers to campus to lecture and interact with students throughout the year.
- The campus newspaper, television station, radio station, and competitive athletics provide opportunities for advancement both in and out of the classroom.
- The five residence halls at Cheyney accommodate more than 1,200 students in a picturesque and historic campus setting.
Approximate Costs and AID
- Undergraduate in-state tuition (academic year): $5,554
- Undergraduate out-of-state tuition (NJ, NY, DE, and MD residents, academic year): $11,108
- Room and board (academic year): $7,746
- Average additional fees: $1,806
- Scholarships offered: Yes
- Grants offered: Yes
- Loans offered: Yes
- Work-study programs offered: Yes
- Co-ops/internships offered: Yes
Source: Cheyney University of Pennsylvania