School Information

74.7
Total Enrollment 2,517
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 12 : 1

Muhlenberg College

http://www.muhlenberg.edu
2400 Chew Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania 18104
(484) 664-3100

Muhlenberg College aims to develop independent critical thinkers who are intellectually agile, characterized by a zest for reasoned and civil debate, knowledgeable about the achievements and traditions of diverse civilizations and cultures, able to express ideas with clarity and grace, committed to life-long learning, equipped with ethical and civic values, and prepared for lives of leadership and service. The College is committed to providing an intellectually rigorous undergraduate education within the context of a supportive, diverse residential community. The members of our community are also committed to educating the whole person through experiences within and beyond the classroom. Our curriculum ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army)
Teacher certification
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Evangelical Lutheran Church
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Less than one year certificate
One but less than two years certificate
Associate's degree
Two but less than 4 years certificate
Bachelor's degree
Campus Setting City: Midsize
Disability Services Student 10%
 
School Costs

At Muhlenberg College, 78.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 63.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $16,389), and 47% receive loans ($6,585 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $8,440.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Muhlenberg College is $29,144 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 4,410 people applied to Muhlenberg College. Of the applicants, 45.0% were admitted (41.0% male & 49.0% female ) and 29.0% accepted (31.0% male and 28.0% female)

Percent of In-State Undergrads     23.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     92.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     79.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     83.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     85.0%
 
Admissions
Yearly Application Deadline Febuary 25th
Admissions Office Phone 484-664-3200
Admissions Office Email admissions@muhlenberg.edu
Admissions Office Address Office of Admission Muhlenberg College 2400 Chew Street Allentown, PA 18104
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.muhlenberg.edu/main/admissions/transferchecklist.html
Admissions Website http://www.muhlenberg.edu/main/admissions/ (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.muhlenberg.edu/admissions/apply.html
Application Fee $50

In order to be accepted to Muhlenberg College, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • Completed a college prep course
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Muhlenberg College SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 550
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 650
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 560
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 660
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 560
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 660
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 26
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 30
 
Muhlenberg College Programs
 

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

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 7
American/United States Studies/Civilization 6
Area Studies, Other 0
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, and Gender Studies, Other 0
German Studies 0
Russian Studies 1
Biological and biomedical sciences 41
Biochemistry 7
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 34
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 0 117
Accounting 0 21
Business Administration and Management, General 0 73
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 0
Finance, General 17
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 0
Management Information Systems, General 6
Communication, journalism, and related programs 43
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric 43
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other 0
Computer and information sciences and support services 0 5
Computer and Information Sciences, General 0 5
Information Science/Studies 0
English language and literature/letters 28
English Language and Literature, General 28
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other 0
Foreign languages, literatures, and linguistics 13
French Language and Literature 1
German Language and Literature 1
Spanish Language and Literature 11
Health professions and related clinical sciences 0
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 0
International Public Health/International Health 0
History 12
History, General 12
History, Other 0
Mathematics and statistics 8
Mathematics, General 8
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 17
Biological and Physical Sciences 0
Biopsychology 0
Natural Sciences 2
Neuroscience 15
Natural resources and conservation 7
Environmental Science 7
Philosophy and religious studies 5
Jewish/Judaic Studies 0
Philosophy 5
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other 0
Religion/Religious Studies 0
Physical Sciences 1
Chemistry, General 5
Physics, General 5
Psychology 0 61
Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics 0
Psychology, General 0 61
Psychology, Other 0
Social sciences 55
Anthropology 4
Economics, General 11
Economics, Other 0
International Relations and Affairs 11
Political Science and Government, General 21
Political Science and Government, Other 4
Social Sciences, Other 1
Sociology 3
Visual and performing arts 84
Art/Art Studies, General 14
Arts Management 0
Dance, General 9
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 44
Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other 0
Film/Cinema Studies 2
Music, General 15
Visual and Performing Arts, Other 0
 
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