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Marywood University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 862
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 11 to 1
Acceptance rate 82%
Students retention rate 80%
On-time graduation rate 70%

Located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, Marywood University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 82% indicates that Marywood University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 11-to-1, Marywood University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Marywood University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 80% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 75% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

81.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$37,284

Cost of attendance at Marywood University in 2022 for students from Pennsylvania.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $13,083
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$37,284

Cost of attendance at Marywood University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Pennsylvania's average $21,410
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Marywood University received on average $26,390 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$26,390
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 139 34% $4,796 $666,585
Other Federal Grant 141 35% $5,319 $750,024
State Grant/Scholarships 159 39% $3,831 $609,112
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 404 99% $23,156 $9,355,162
Total Grant & Scholarships 406 100% $26,390 $10,714,298

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Marywood University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Marywood University students is 69.8%. Female students graduated at a rate of 73.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 60.4%.

69.8%

  • asian 66.7% 6 students
  • African American 57.1% 4 students
  • white 70.9% 205 students
  • unknown 75.0% 18 students
  • hispanic 65.2% 15 students
  • International Students 62.5% 5 students
  • Mixed Race 42.9% 3 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Atlantic East Conference
  • Basketball Atlantic East Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Atlantic East Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Marywood University provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Marywood University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Postbaccalaureate Recreational or avocational education
  • Adult basic remedial or high school equivalent

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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