Moravian University is a private institution located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1742, it is one of the oldest universities in the United States and affiliated with the Moravian Church. As a private university, it operates independently of state funding, relying on tuition, donations, and endowments. It offers undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on liberal arts and professional education. The university maintains a small student-to-faculty ratio, emphasizing personalized learning. Its private status allows it to set its own academic standards and admission policies without government oversight, distinguishing it from public universities.
