Villanova University and Cabrini University, along with the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus—who founded Cabrini University—have reached a final agreement for Villanova to assume ownership of the Cabrini campus after the conclusion of the 2023-24 academic year.

The final agreement, which states that Villanova will also maintain the Cabrini name for the campus and preserve its overarching legacy and mission.

Completion of the transaction is contingent on regulatory and other approvals, which are expected to be received over the next 12 months.

In addition to maintaining the Cabrini name for the campus, Villanova will also preserve Cabrini’s overarching legacy and mission through a variety of initiatives, including: creating an institute/center on immigration; incorporating the work of Cabrini’s Wolfington Center into existing Villanova programs focused on developing students as advocates for social change; and establishing a “Cabrini Scholars” scholarship program in conjunction with the program that currently exists with Cabrini High School in New Orleans.

Villanova will also provide resources to commemorate, celebrate and document the history and artifacts associated with Mother Cabrini and the Cabrini campus.

Two designated representatives from Cabrini, including at least one representative from the Missionary Sisters, will serve on the Villanova Board of Trustees for up to two successive terms of five years.

Over the next several years, Villanova plans to ascertain the best way to incorporate and utilize the Cabrini campus for the benefit of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

A flyover tour of Cabrini University.