Commuting students are a valuable part of the Villanova community! While the many opportunities available at Villanova, but in and out of the classroom, are available equally to residential and commuting students, we do offer some special programs intended specifically for our commuting students.

Campus Activities Team

The Campus Activities Team is the primary student organization for all student programming on campus. "CAT" as they are affectionately known, offers a great way to get involved on campus in planning events such as concerts, major speakers, comedy routines, and more. CAT also sponsors commuter programs which give commuting students a reason to stay on campus! There is always something to look forward to, whether it be Wednesday night open mics, Friday afternoon lunches, or the spring concert. To learn more, check out the CAT Commuter Programming website

Learning Communities for Commuting Students

Through their shared experiences, the students in these programs form a close community and lasting friendships with one another. They also have the chance to interact with faculty outside of class, to get to know Villanova administrators and staff, and to enjoy special opportunities throughout their first year of school. The transition to college can be challenging for commuting students. Being part of a Learning Community helps the student through the initial transition that students face their first year in college.

The Learning Communities for commuting students allows the students to learn in a more personal setting. The Leadership for Commuters and the Performers and Artists for Commuters facilitates:

• meeting other students more easily;
• discussing first year concerns while developing skills; and
• building a community that encourages and supports the students in their personal, moral and intellectual development.

All commuters are strongly encouraged to be part of one of the programs! For more information, see the Learning Communities website for commuters.

New Student Orientation Program

Several Orientation activities are geared specifically for commuting students and their families. Click here for the full schedule of events!

Office of Advising and Professional Development

As a commuting student, you really get the best of both worlds. You get to enjoy the experiences of a college education at ‘Nova without all the headaches of being scrunched into a 5-foot by 10-foot cell with two other people and no air conditioning. The challenge though, is to make sure you truly get to enjoy all the benefits of the University and not treat your college years as just a more difficult extension of your high school education. Visit the website for more helpful tips from the College of Arts & Sciences!

Dining Services - Commuter Meal Plans

Villanova Dining Services is owned and operated by the University, and is proud to provide students with an enjoyable dining experience on campus. There are fifteen dining locations from which to choose: three resident dining halls, and twelve a la carte. Flexible meal plans have been designed with all students in mind. Several lunch-only, and other commuter geared plans can be purchased. Click here for more information and specific details about each plan!

Other Helpful Links

Villanova Parking Office
Wildcard Office
Dean of Students Office
Student Handbook
Office of Financial Assistance