Why Arcadia? For Kai ’29, it was the small classes that made the biggest impact. Our low faculty-to-student ratio helped her build real relationships with her professors and feel right at home in our close-knit community. Visit arcadia.edu to find out more about Arcadia University. Arcadia: An ideal place to be you. Our picturesque campus on the outskirts of Philadelphia is home to a close-knit community of students from varied backgrounds, creating a warm culture that celebrates diversity and encourages individuality.