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Cairn University

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Overview

Cairn University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small town of Langhorne, Pennsylvania, United States. This institution also has a branch campus in Kandern and Bangkok. Founded in 1913, Cairn University (CU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. CU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 113-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 80-89%. This makes it a least selective. International students are welcome to apply. CU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Cairn University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Cairn University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Cairn University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Cairn University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
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Acronym CU
Founded 1913
Motto Life's Calling. Answer
Colours Crimson
Mascot Highlanders

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Location

Address 200 Manor Avenue
Langhorne
19047-2990 Pennsylvania
United States
Cairn University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Cairn University Phone Number (215) 752 5800
Cairn University Fax Number (215) 702 4248
Other locations Kandern and Bangkok

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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Cairn University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1958


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Cairn University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association for Biblical Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association of Christian Schools International
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Cairn University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Cairn University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Cairn University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Cairn University's academic range and degree level offering.



Cairn University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes
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Programs and Courses

Cairn University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Cairn University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Cairn University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Cairn University.



Cairn University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students		 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Cairn University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Cairn University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Cairn University Admission Info


Cairn University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Cairn University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Cairn University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Cairn University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Cairn University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Cairn University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Cairn University's Admission Office Admission Office

200 Manor Avenue
Langhorne 19047-2990
(215) 702 4235
800 366 0049

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Cairn University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Cairn University Size and Profile


Cairn University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Cairn University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Cairn University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Cairn University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Cairn University's Control Type Control Type

Cairn University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Cairn University's Entity Type Entity Type

Cairn University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Cairn University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Cairn University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Cairn University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Cairn University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Cairn University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Cairn University is Christian-Nondenominational Religious Affiliation

Christian-Nondenominational.



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Facilities and Services

Cairn University Facilities


Cairn University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Cairn University's Library
Cairn University-Langhorne's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 101,583 physical volumes, 8,399 physical media, 2,050,965 digital/electronic media and 366 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Cairn University-Langhorne's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Cairn University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Cairn University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 464 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Cairn University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Cairn University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Cairn University Services


Cairn University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Cairn University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Cairn University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Cairn University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Cairn University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Cairn University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Cairn University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Cairn University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
  • National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA)


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Official Social Media Channels

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cairn University public or private?

Cairn University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Cairn University profit or non-profit?

Cairn University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Cairn University in terms of enrollment?

Cairn University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Cairn University in terms of academic staff?

Cairn University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Cairn University a coeducational institution?

Cairn University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Cairn University use?

Cairn University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Cairn University affiliated with?

Christian-Nondenominational.

Does Cairn University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Cairn University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Cairn University's acceptance rate ranges from 80 to 89%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Cairn University CU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro). International students: 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Cairn University CU located?

Cairn University is located in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, United States. Address: 200 Manor Avenue.

Is Cairn University CU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Cairn University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since 1958).

Does Cairn University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Cairn University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Cairn University have a university library?

Yes Cairn University-Langhorne's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 101,583 physical volumes, 8,399 physical media, 2,050,965 digital/electronic media and 366 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Cairn University-Langhorne's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Cairn University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Cairn University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 464 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Cairn University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Cairn University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Cairn University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Cairn University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Cairn University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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