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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Swarthmore, PA. Operating on a semester system.
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Total Enrollment
Liberal Arts College
Institution Type
18
Housing Buildings
Life in Swarthmore for Swarthmore College Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Swarthmore.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,600
Cost of Living Index
136
Student Population
1,702
City Transportation
Walkability
74
Bikeability
62
Public Transit
SEPTA Regional Rail, SEPTA Bus
Nearest Airports
Philadelphia International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
54.5°F
Avg Snowfall
20.1 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
McCabe Library
Sunday–Thursday: 4pm–10pm, Friday: 4pm–8pm
Friends Historical Library
Thursday–Friday: 9am–4pm
The Matchbox Fitness Center
Friday: 9am–5pm, Saturday: 8am–noon, Sunday: 9am–1pm
Ware Pool
Contact Aquatics Director for current swim hours
Shane Student Lounge (Parrish Hall)
Friday: 8am–11:30pm, Saturday: 8am–11:30pm, Sunday: 8am–1pm
Black Cultural Center
Friday: Noon–6pm, Saturday: 8am–6pm, Sunday: 8am–5pm
ESSie's Corner (Sharples Commons)
Saturday: 9am–2pm
Science Center Café
Thursday, Friday, Sunday: 8am–2pm
Parking and Transit
Parking option 1
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Parking option 4
Campus News
Latest updates from Swarthmore College
Kohlberg Hall Temporarily Closed Due to Construction and Lead Remediation
Kohlberg Hall remains closed following the discovery of elevated lead levels during ongoing construction. Certified hazardous materials crews are addressing the issue. The building is expected to reopen by fall break. Community members should avoid the area until further notice.
Garnet Weekend 2025
Swarthmore College hosts its homecoming and family weekend, featuring the McCabe Lecture, faculty conversations, Fetter Fest, and a Football Reunion.
Oct 24, 2025
Read MoreSwarthmore Athletics Hosts Team IMPACT Day
Swarthmore Athletics hosts Team IMPACT Day, an event focused on community engagement and support.
Oct 7, 2025
Read MoreDorms & On-Campus Housing at Swarthmore College
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 18 of 18 known dorm and housing options.
Alice Paul
Dana Hall
Danawell
David Kemp
Hallowell Hall
Kyle House
Mary Lyon
Mertz Hall
NPPR Apartments
Palmer Hall
Parrish Hall
Pittenger Hall
Roberts Hall
The Lodges
Wharton Hall
Willets Hall
Woolman House
Capacity: 22
Worth Hall
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Private Non-Profit
Email Domain
@swarthmore.edu
Current Term: Spring Semester 2026
Start: January 22, 2026
End: May 25, 2026
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