Back in 1965, the college that would one day become Neumann University first opened its doors as Our Lady of Angels College. The academic home to 115 women of the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, these original female students were able to earn their degrees in a safe, religious environment.
Fifteen years later, in 1980, the college was renamed Neumann College, after Saint John Neumann, who formerly served as a Bishop of Philadelphia. Then, in 2009, the institution went through a promotion when it became accredited through Pennsylvania’s Department of Education. Now known as Neumann University, it’s a four-year entity with a constantly growing student, teacher and education base, boasting an undergraduate population of 3,100 and 426 graduate students in the fall of 2012 and a student/faculty ratio of 14:1.
Today, the college still remains close to its Roman Catholic roots, holding strong to original Franciscan traditions.
Now, celebrating its 48th birthday, Neumann is a Pennsylvania tradition among locals, Catholics, or others looking to pursue a unique and personalized education. Interested in becoming a Knight? Visit our website for more information.