Hsu developed a new tool for studying microbial enzymatic systems in his chemistry thesis while also completing a second thesis in history on 17th-century Spanish witchcraft.
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Haverford attracts intellectually curious, independent learners who value honesty, collaboration, and above all, new ways of seeing and improving the world.
Academics
Our rigorous academic program focuses on individual growth, intellectual exploration, and pushing the boundaries of each discipline.
Visit Haverford
Haverford College offers state-of-the-art facilities within a 200-acre arboretum campus, located just minutes from Philadelphia.
Admission
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Haverford Headlines
News and updates from Haverford College.
Jun 12, 2025
Jun 12, 2025
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Students in Professor Lou Charkoudian’s lab do more than study science—they publish it, present it, and carry it into their future careers. This is Granted, Haverford’s series on the impact of federal funding.
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Robert Ocampo '04 has been on some of the most incredible adventures in the world. But for him, exploring the great outdoors is about testing his inner limits.
To me, receiving a quality education isn’t solely dependent on academic courses, and I wanted to make the most of my collegiate experience.
Class of 2021
Living the HaverLife
At Haverford, we take a balanced approach to learning and extracurriculars. You can compete and challenge yourself at the highest level without sacrificing your identity as a student, scholar, and full community member.
At a Glance
1,479
student body
100%
students who complete a senior thesis
56
academic programs
98%
of students live on campus
6:1
tree to student ratio
8
miles from Philadelphia
(20 minutes by train)
Events
Haverford hosts a huge array of events on campus, and the best part? Many events are open to the public and all events are free to students. That includes concerts, performances, lectures, author events, film premieres, and more!
Beyond Haverford
The end is just the beginning of something amazing. Haverford alumni take their talents to elite graduate schools, marquee employers, and far-flung locations across the world.