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Information for Counselors

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Wondering if Swarthmore could be a good fit for your students? Use this site to learn more about us and the types of students that thrive in Swarthmore’s academically rigorous – and uniquely supportive –  residential community. 

Swarthmore, In Brief 

  • A highly selective liberal arts and sciences college in Swarthmore, Pa., just 11 miles outside Philadelphia, the sixth largest city in the United States.
  • An institution committed to educational access, as demonstrated by our loan-free financial aid awards, which meet 100% of determined need.
  • A community of about 1,651 undergraduate students who come from all over the United States and more than 50 countries.
  • A college that offers 40+ academic programs ranging from ancient history and theater to computer science and engineering – as well as a unique self-selected Honors Program – that lead to incredible post-collegiate outcomes.

 

Resources For Counselors

A compilation of helpful resources specifically for counselors, including digital brochures, fact sheets, our current viewbook, and more.

Discover Swarthmore Fly-In Program

An all-expenses-paid, fly-in program to help students experience college life, interact with the Swarthmore community, and learn about college admissions and financial aid. 

What Makes a 'Swattie'?

Swarthmore students — or “Swatties” — are deeply curious thinkers and doers constantly asking the “why?” and “how?” questions of the world around them. They are interested in collaborating across differences to create solutions for the common good. In an effort to help you identify who may be a Swattie, we’ve shared a list of qualities and attributes we elevate in our application review process.

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