<p>Villanova is homogenous by all accounts. There is diversity here but it’s a very small and non-vocal minority. It has been getting better year to year. </p>
<p>The schools that are commonly listed as being “similar” to Nova like Bucknell, BC, and Lehigh don’t fare much better in the diversity department.</p>
<p>I would say UMD College Park would fit your billing. It’s similar to Nova in terms of prestige and school spirit, located just as far from DC as Nova is from Philly and has a very diverse student body. You’ll also save some money.</p>