Visit Top Philadelphia Universities

Close Proximity to UPENN, Drexel, and The University of the Arts

Boasting some of the country’s top colleges and universities, Philadelphia is often considered to be one of the best college towns in the U.S. From research universities to schools dedicated to the arts, Philadelphia is a leading force in the world of higher education.

Guests of The Logan will enjoy easy access to the city’s most well-known and highly-acclaimed institutions. Whether you’re visiting a student or in town to tour a campus, The Logan offers a convenient location near top schools as well as the best things to do in the city.

Learn about the nearby universities below and get in touch to book your stay at The Logan.

University of Pennsylvania

Among the oldest universities in the United States, The University of Pennsylvania is an Ivy League research school located less than 10 minutes driving from our doors. UPenn offers students a competitive and well-rounded education and has many notable alumni including U.S. presidents, Supreme Court justices, senators, and more.

Drexel University

Found just across the Schuylkill River from The Logan is Drexel University. Today, more than 26,000 students are enrolled in the school’s various undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and professional programs. Drexel offers a unique cooperative education program which allows students to gain paid, full-time work experience prior to graduation.

Temple University

Located on North Broad is Temple University. Through hands-on learning experiences and mentorships with world-class faculty and a diverse, vibrant student body, Temple consistently finds itself on U.S. News and World Reports Top 50 list for Public Universities across the country. 

Thomas Jefferson University

From Jefferson Medical College to Sidney Kimmel Medical College, and Philadelphia Textile School to Philadelphia University — Thomas Jefferson University has a rich legacy. In fact, through unifying two widely acclaimed and highly honored legacies of innovation, education, research and professional excellence it has surpassed 300 years of combined history.

La Salle University

For more than 160 years, La Salle University has excelled in educating talented students from all backgrounds. Founded by the Brothers of the Christian Schools, a Roman Catholic teaching order established by Saint John Baptist de La Salle, the Patron Saint of Teachers.