About Swarthmore College

About Swarthmore College

Since its founding in 1864 by the Religious Society of Friends (also known as Quakers), Swarthmore College has provided students with the knowledge, insight, skills, and experience to become leaders for the common good.

With a curriculum unmatched among liberal arts colleges of its size—and a distinctive commitment to affordability and access—Swarthmore offers more than 600 courses across all disciplines, including an accredited engineering program.

Swarthmore offers the best of both worlds. Our idyllic arboretum campus features more than 4,000 species of plants, sprawling woods, a winding creek, and sun-soaked meadows. Yet only 11 miles away lies the city of Philadelphia, accessible by a quick 25-minute train ride from campus.

Swarthmore’s one-of-a-kind Honors Program, open to all students, fosters deep collaboration between students and faculty, with examinations conducted by visiting industry experts.