Undergraduate Students

The Undergraduate Experience

For recent high school or community college graduates looking to pursue a Bachelor’s degree

From the fun of more than 60+ clubs and activities, to the excitement of watching Division II sports—and all the engaging academics and faculty in between—Chestnut Hill College provides recent high school graduates that next level college experience.

As a traditional, 4-year, “undergrad” student, you may choose to live on or off campus–either way, will have full access to a high-quality liberal arts experience, within an inclusive, diverse and welcoming community.

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Do not wait! Transfer today to Receive Your 2K Griffin Transfer Achievement Scholarship

Chestnut Hill College is excited to offer a one-time $2,000 Griffin Transfer Achievement Scholarship to new transfer students enrolling for Spring 2026.

Submit your enrollment deposit by Monday, January 5, 2026, to lock in your award!

Start your next chapter at Chestnut Hill College and be rewarded with your hard work. Become a Griffin this spring!

Apply Now and Make your Deposit

For incoming FIRST-YEAR UNDERGRADUATE students:

Merit Scholarships up to $24K per year
100% of Full-Time Students Receive a Merit-Based Scholarship
NEW interdisciplinary Academic Center Model with 60+ majors and minors to choose from
Expedited admission review + SAT/ACT test optional

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Study Abroad

CHC partners with more than 20 institutions of higher education across the globe in countries like Belgium, Chile, South Korea, Denmark, France and Spain.

Global Education

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Griffin Spirit

Our Division II athletics set us apart from most other schools our size and we proudly boast that our Men’s Lacrosse team is four-time conference champions…and counting!

Athletics

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS

We offer 60+ majors and minors associated with six interdisciplinary Academic Centers. Find the program that’s right for you.

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Student Life

Approximately two-thirds of CHC students live on campus, and enjoy dozens of clubs and hundreds of activities throughout the year.

Campus Life

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Scholarships

CHC awards more than $20M in scholarships annually, with the average individual receiving more than $19K per year.

Scholarships and Grants

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Honors Program

The Interdisciplinary Honors Program (IDHP) challenges highly qualified students to pursue a creative approach to the liberal arts.

IDHP

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Chestnut Hill College is excited to offer a one-time $2,000 Griffin Transfer Achievement Scholarship to new transfer students enrolling for Spring 2026.
Submit your enrollment deposit by Monday, January 5, 2026, to lock in your award!
Start your next chapter at Chestnut Hill College and be rewarded with your hard work. Become a Griffin this spring!

<a class=”btn” href=”https://www.chc.edu/apply-chc/”>Apply Now and Make your Deposit</a>

Find your PEOPLE.
Discover your PASSION.
Live your PURPOSE!

From the fun of more than 65 clubs and activities to join, to the excitement of watching Division II sports teams—and all the engaging academic coursework and faculty in between—Chestnut Hill College provides recent high school graduates that next level college experience.