Cairn University-Langhorne is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Langhorne, Pennsylvania with 775 undergraduates. It admits 88% of applicants, costs an average of $31,280 a year after grants and graduates 54% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Cairn University-Langhorne acceptance rate and admissions
Cairn University-Langhorne admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 540 to 590, math 460 to 570). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Cairn University-Langhorne application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $25 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Cairn University-Langhorne’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Cairn University-Langhorne tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $35,069 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,423 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $49,297 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $31,280 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $31,280 a year after grants and scholarships, $18,017 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Cairn University-Langhorne's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Cairn University-Langhorne graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 54% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $49,435 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,994 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 53% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Cairn University-Langhorne majors and what graduates earn
Cairn University-Langhorne awarded bachelor's degrees in 27 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($61,973).
All 27 majors at Cairn University-Langhorne
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 13 | $54,329 | $61,973 | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | 5 | n/a | $47,805 | n/a |
| Social work | 7 | $38,457 | $45,729 | n/a |
| Psychology | 16 | n/a | $36,295 | $27,000 |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | 17 | $37,065 | n/a | $27,505 |
| Teacher education by subject | 12 | $43,314 | n/a | $26,808 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 10 | $40,938 | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Computer science | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminal justice | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teaching English as a second language | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Finance | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Cairn University-Langhorne
10 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 10 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 44 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 16 | n/a | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 13 | $59,143 | $26,833 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 10 | $37,611 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 775 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 49% women, 51% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Cairn University-Langhorne?
Cairn University-Langhorne admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Cairn University-Langhorne cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $35,069. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $31,280 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Cairn University-Langhorne?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 540 to 590 in reading and writing and 460 to 570 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Cairn University-Langhorne test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Cairn University-Langhorne reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Cairn University-Langhorne?
54% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Cairn University-Langhorne graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $49,435 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.