Founded in 1831, this is a private liberal arts institution offering programs in arts and sciences, business, education, health, nursing, and social work. There are 7 undergraduate and 7 graduate schools. The 28 acre campus is in an urban area in
New York Citys Greenwich Village. Including residence halls there are 109 buildings, some historic.
Fraternities, sororities, and over 250 clubs and organizations are on campus. Tours of the campus are avaiable through the admissions office.