Carlow University is one of the oldest, Catholic, women-centered liberal arts academies in Pennsylvania. The university has an enrollment of more than 2,200 students. It is a member of the Association of Independent Colleges and Universities of Pennsylvania and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Carlow University offers graduate and undergraduate degree programs in over 50 academic programs, including counseling psychology, creative writing, business administration and professional leadership. The university s division of humanities provides classes in English, Spanish, history, philosophy, theology and liberal studies. In addition, its department of athletics offers several activities, such as volleyball, softball, soccer and tennis. Carlow University operates an alumni association.