Moravian University, located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is the place for students who are expecting remarkably dedicated faculty, the latest Apply technology, the warmest of spirits, and the power to truly transform your life.
Moravian University has deep roots and a record of success longer than that of our nation. The iconic Moravian star is engraved in our history and is present everywhere you turn. Moravian’s feel is entwined with that of Bethlehem’s, carrying both the resilience of its steel town lore and the lightness of the window candles that glow each night in Moravian tradition.
Bethlehem is so regarded for its history that it’s been added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site shortlist, hoping to join such historic sites as Independence Hall, the Statue of Liberty, and the pyramids of Egypt.
For a small school, the Moravian experience has a broad reach. You can choose from more than 70 areas of study or even design your own major. Plus, the graduate program provides more than 45 doctorate and master’s degrees and certification options. But you don’t have to decide anything right now. At Moravian, we want you to take the time to explore all of your academic interests and then focus on your chosen path.
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Additionally, you can participate in our Honors Program, SOAR research, local internships, student clubs, study abroad, and more.
Our average class size is 16 students, with an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio. That means your professors know you by first name and care about your success! You’ll be given a Macbook Pro and an iPad to use during all four years of school, and you can even keep them once you graduate.
Moravian Graduate offers more than 50 graduate and certificate programs in behavioral health, business, education, fine arts, nursing, rehabilitation sciences, and theological studies.
Moravian's graduate and certificate programs are designed to prepare top-notch graduates to meet the needs of growing industries—and they're also designed to fit into your life, not uproot it. That’s why graduate courses are offered in traditional, accelerated, blended, and online formats. You’ll also have the best of Moravian University's resources at your fingertips, and our faculty, staff, and Student Experience Mentors are committed to your success.
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Located along the east coast of the United States, Moravian calls Bethlehem, Pennsylvania home. In this bustling small town you’ll find yourself just a short drive away from major cities, like Philadelphia, New York City, and Washington, D.C. Just imagine all the weekend trips and new adventures! But don’t worry, there’s plenty to do right in the Lehigh Valley too. Whether you’re attending one of the best music festivals in North America (Musikfest) or enjoying a baseball game at Coca Cola Stadium, there’s never a dull moment in Bethlehem, PA.
The Bethlehem community is always very welcoming of Moravian students and often partners with the University to offer internships, hands-on learning opportunities, and free events.
Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley experiences all four seasons to the fullest. Fall brings crisp sweater-weather and colorful leaves. Winter coats our campus with snow. Spring offers rain showers and blooming flowers. And summer is sunny and warm. Every season brings a little something different to Bethlehem and we love it!
There’s plenty to do at Moravian University, whether you’re interested in sports, art, or community involvement. As an NCAA Division III school, Moravian has 23 varsity-level sports teams, as well as 10 intramural teams if you’re just looking to have fun! There are more than 80 student clubs to participate in, including music ensembles, student government, student unions, and more.
Yes! The safety of our students is a top priority at Moravian University. Our campus police work to maintain a safe and secure environment for everyone and are always available to help, should the need arise. We also offer 24-hour escort and daily shuttle services, as well as emergency blue light phones throughout campus.
We are committed to helping you reach your goals—and that includes providing an affordable private education.
Moravian University offers an International Student Merit Award based primarily on academic achievement: grades, the strength of your academic program, your TOEFL or IELTS scores, and your SAT scores if submitted. Please contact Executive Director of International Enrollment via inquiry form on this page for more information regarding the International Student Merit Award.
With a vast and active network of alumni—more than 20,000 across the globe—Moravian will connect you with industry leaders for networking and career opportunities. Interested in an internship with NASA? Let us connect you with a former computer science major who currently works there. How about a career with the Walt Disney Company? We’ve got you covered. You might even run into a Moravian nurse at a local healthcare office—they’re everywhere! Our alumni are filled with Greyhound pride and they can’t wait to help you.
Nadia Belverio
I have always questioned why things work the way they do and been determined to find the answer, so I decided to study biology. I also love that no matter how many people do not want to believe it, the study of biology is built off of facts. My best experiences at Moravian University have been serving on the sustainability committee and as president of the student-run Environmental Coalition (ECO) in 2021. Through the ECO club, I have met some of my closest friends, and I discovered my passion for sustainability advocacy.
Saleh Abdussalam
I grew up in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. I’m not sure if that has really influenced me in any notable way on its own. Even though I was raised in an American city, I spent the majority of my time growing up surrounded by family members who were all raised in different countries. Because of that, I think I’ve come to be a bit more influenced by my international roots than I am by my Bethlehem roots. I’m currently a member of the philosophy club and was just elected as its president for the 2022–2023 academic year. (If that’s not reason enough for more people to join, I don’t know what is!) I’m also a recipient of and participant in the Humanities Fellowship Program, a member of the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society, and a student worker in Reeves Library, where I work both in Tech Services and as the (unofficial) assistant to the archivist.
Raquel Lopez De Boer
Growing up in Sevilla, Spain, I watched my grandmother suffer from Alzheimer’s disease, it was a rough time for my family, and it made me want to understand more about the brain, so I decided to study neuroscience. In Spain one can't study neuroscience at the undergraduate level, so I decided to pursue a bachelor’s in the United States. Some family friends were living in Reading, Pennsylvania, and I began my first year at a community college as I found my way around the change in academics. Luckily, that year gave me time to get comfortable with the language and look for universities that offered neuroscience. That is how I came to Moravian.
