School Information

65.4
Total Enrollment 3,471
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 13 : 1

Marywood University

http://www.marywood.edu/
2300 Adams Ave, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18509-1598
(570) 348-6211

Mission A Catholic university sponsored by the Congregation of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, Marywood University roots itself in the principle of justice and a belief that education empowers people. Enacting its ideals, Marywood offers students a welcoming and supportive community that encourages men and women of all backgrounds to shape their lives as leaders in service to others. Proud of its liberal arts tradition and host of professional disciplines, Marywood challenges students to broaden their understanding of global issues and to make decisions based on spiritual, ethical, and religious values. Marywood calls upon students to ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered One but less than two years certificate
Bachelor's degree
Postbaccalaureate certificate
Master's degree
Post-master's certificate
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting City: Small
Disability Services Student 6%
 
School Costs

At Marywood University, 99.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 95.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $14,292), and 79% receive loans ($7,740 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $11,498. Off campus it is around $5,700.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Marywood University is $21,003 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 1,923 people applied to Marywood University. Of the applicants, 72.0% were admitted (70.0% male & 73.0% female ) and 34.0% accepted (37.0% male and 33.0% female)

Of the 2,184 undergraduate students at Marywood University, 6.0% are part-time. A majority (89.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 58.0% of the 1,287 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     65.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     84.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     50.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     40.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     62.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     71.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone (570) 578-6234
Admissions Office Email yourfuture@marywood.edu
Admissions Office Address University Admissions Liberal Arts Center Room 120 2300 Adams Avenue Scranton, Pennsylvania 18509
Admissions Website http://www.marywood.edu/admissions/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://mymarywood.com/home/apply.html
Application Fee $35

In order to be accepted to Marywood University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Marywood University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 480
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 570
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 480
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 570
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 470
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 570
 
Marywood University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Biological and biomedical sciences 20 6
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 9
Biotechnology 11 6
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 44 18
Accounting 10
Business Administration and Management, General 14 8
Financial Planning and Services 2 10
Hospitality Administration/Management, General 5
Hospitality Administration/Management, Other 0
International Business/Trade/Commerce 5
Management Information Systems, General 0
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 8
Communication, journalism, and related programs 13 18
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other 11
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia 6
Journalism 1
Organizational Communication, General 7
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Other 6
Computer and information sciences and support services 0 1 3
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other 1
Information Science/Studies 0 3
Education 73 59
Administration of Special Education 3
Art Teacher Education 10 4
Biology Teacher Education 0
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 7
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 0 1
Education, Other 3
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances 2
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 3
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision 2
Elementary Education and Teaching 15 10
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 2
Family and Consumer Sciences/Home Economics Teacher Education 5
French Language Teacher Education 0
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration 3
Mathematics Teacher Education 4
Music Teacher Education 6 3
Reading Teacher Education 12
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education 1
Secondary Education and Teaching 2
Social Science Teacher Education 5
Spanish Language Teacher Education 4
Special Education and Teaching, General 13 6
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other 6
English language and literature/letters 21
English Language and Literature, General 21
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 1
French Language and Literature 0
Spanish Language and Literature 1
Health professions and related clinical sciences 0 89 74
Art Therapy/Therapist 0 9 3
Athletic Training/Trainer 7
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist 14 18
Clinical Nutrition/Nutritionist 10
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other 4
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD) 0 17
Health Services Administration 6
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 10
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 2
Music Therapy/Therapist 0 3 0
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) 6
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN) 27
Physician Assistant 27
History 6
History, General 6
Mathematics and statistics 0
Mathematics, General 0
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 0 5 1 10
Gerontology 0 1
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 5 10
Natural resources and conservation 0
Environmental Science 0
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 2 4
Health and Physical Education, General 2
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 4
Philosophy and religious studies 2
Philosophy 0
Religion/Religious Studies 2
Psychology 9 28 32 7
Clinical Child Psychology 5
Clinical Psychology 5 7
Counseling Psychology 0 2
Industrial and Organizational Psychology 5
Psychology, General 23 20
School Psychology 9
Public administration and social service professions 6 134
Public Administration 9
Social Work 6 125
Security and protective services 9 3
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 3
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 9
Social sciences 5
Social Sciences, General 1
Social Sciences, Other 4
Theology and religious vocations 0
Religious/Sacred Music 0
Transportation and materials moving 8
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations 8
Visual and performing arts 0 66 28
Art/Art Studies, General 0
Arts Management 2
Ceramic Arts and Ceramics 1 4
Commercial and Advertising Art 0
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 1
Fiber, Textile and Weaving Arts 0
Graphic Design 25 4
Illustration 8 4
Interior Design 14 6
Music Performance, General 0
Painting 4 7
Photography 8 1
Printmaking 2
Sculpture 2 0
Visual and Performing Arts, Other 1
Voice and Opera 0
 
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