Immaculata University, a private Catholic university, is located in Chester County, Pennsylvania, 20 miles west of Philadelphia. Offering doctorate, master, bachelor and associate degrees, students can major in career-oriented fields or in the liberal arts. With Chester County ranking as the 4th best county in the nation in 2016, Immaculata students have Internship opportunities widely available with several business parks and large corporations (such as QVC, Vanguard, and Longwood Gardens) in close proximity to campus. A full-service career and professional development office continually assist students and alumni with job placements and other resources. Many of Immaculata's faculty have real-world experience and over 75% of the faculty hold terminal degrees; most classes support a 9:1 student/faculty ratio that allows for personalized faculty attention. With course work rooted in academic rigor, Immaculata boasts an 80% freshmen to sophomore retention rate. Busy adult students also thrive at Immaculata and can choose the format they wish to learn including face-to-face instruction, totally online, or blended. These students also have access to an assigned academic advisor that provides guidance and support throughout the program. If you're interested in athletics, Immaculata has a rich sports history renowned world-wide. Nearly one third of all traditional undergraduate students participate in one of the 17 NCAA Division III sports available. In addition, students learn leadership skills while enjoying over 60 clubs and organizations. Christian core values permeate the campus which was founded by the IHM Sisters. Serving as role models, graduates of Immaculata are prepared to assume meaningful roles in a diverse and changing world.