The VUnited Scholars program is an inclusive residential certificate program offered through Villanova’s College of Professional Studies. This program has the following three foundational pillars: academic enrichment, campus engagement, and career development. Engaging in an Augustinian, Catholic, valued-centered, residential environment offers students a meaningful and unique integrated college experience. It encourages students to realize their learning potential and maximize their personal growth while preparing them for fulfilling, sustainable employment. Designed for highly motivated young adults with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, this opportunity combines academic coursework with community engagement and career development experiences. Beginning the second semester, eligible students are able to audit or enroll in one credit bearing course from the Villanova undergraduate catalog each semester (semesters 2-4) (Some restrictions may apply). Upon completion, students earn a Certificate in Community and Professional Development. This program requirements have a total of 944 clock hours or 94.4 CEUs.
This program is effective Fall 2026 for incoming first year VUnited scholars.
First Year Semester 1 Requirements
First year students are enrolled in the following courses and one elective course in their first semester.
First Year Semester 2 Requirements
First year students are enrolled in the following courses and two elective courses in their second semester.
Second Year Semester 3 Requirements
Second year students are enrolled in the following courses and two elective courses in their third semester.
Second Year Semester 4 Requirements
Second year students are enrolled in the following courses and two elective courses in their fourth semester.