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Marywood University

2300 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18509

Website: Marywood University

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|The Rotunda The Liberal Arts Center, completed in 1923, houses one of the region's most recognized architectural features, the dome of the Rotunda. foreground, Memorial Commons
|The Rotunda The Liberal Arts Center, completed in 1923, houses one of the region's most recognized architectural features, the dome of the Rotunda. foreground, Memorial Commons
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Marywood University School Description

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 seek their full potential and invites all to engage in a lifelong process of learning. Witnessing the efficacy of teaching and scholarship, Marywood educates students to live responsibly in a diverse and interdependent world.
Goals and Objectives
Goal 1: Provide a values based context for university experiences.

* A majority of students will participate in service opportunities in an on-going way.
* Students will demonstrate an understanding of the ethical dimensions of their fields of study.
* A majority of students will participate in spiritual development activities.
* Employees will demonstrate core values in the work place.


Goal 2: Foster an awareness and appreciation of the pluralistic nature of contemporary society.

* Graduates will choose to study or work in multicultural settings either at home or abroad.
* Students will demonstrate a deeper appreciation for cultural diversity and an understanding of global issues.
* Enrolled students will travel abroad during their college years.
* Employee groups and governing bodies will reflect the pluralistic nature of contemporary society.


Goal 3: Provide a supportive and welcoming environment to a diverse academic community.

* Students enrolled in any program will fulfill their academic goals by successfully completing their degree work.
* An increasing number of racially and culturally diverse students and employees will choose Marywood as a welcoming community.
* Students from a cross-section of socio-economic groups will enroll in each incoming class.
* Campus constituencies will express satisfaction with all campus services.


Goal 4: Prepare people for socially responsible leadership roles.

* Students will participate in an internship or practicum experience.
* Students will demonstrate a significant level of co-curricular activities.
* Students will experience positive interactions with faculty members outside of class.
* Employees will serve as role models of socially responsible leaders.


Goal 5: Provide a challenging instructional program.

* Students will demonstrate achievement of cognitive skills at a level comparable to peers on standardized tests.
* Students will demonstrate the ability to think critically by engaging in research activities and by developing problem solving strategies.
* Students will demonstrate the ability to integrate the liberal arts tradition with their professional specializations.
* Students will demonstrate competence in both information literacy skills and communications skills.
* Faculty will provide evidence of ongoing scholarly activity.


Goal 6: Inspire a sense of personal responsibility for responding to social justice issues.

* Faculty, staff and students will participate in projects designed to address social inequities.
* Students will demonstrate knowledge of both national and international social justice issues.
* Faculty, students and staff will serve as advocates for justice in their personal and professional lives.

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Marywood University

From Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia

Marywood University, located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, is a coeducational, comprehensive, residential and Catholic Liberal Arts University. It was founded in 1915 by the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary (Scranton) and serves men and women from a variety of backgrounds and religions. The university enrolls approximately 3,000 students, most of whom are in undergraduate programs.

Location

Marywood's campus is in the city of Scranton in northeastern Pennsylvania.

Creation of Provost

On May 16, 2008, Marywood University announced that Peter Cimbolic, Ph.D. was appointed to the university's Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Academic Program

Marywood's programs are administered through four degree-granting colleges. Undergraduate degrees are offered in over 50 academic programs including the arts, sciences, business, music, fine arts, social work, and nursing. All students are required to complete a core curriculum in the liberal arts in addition to the courses in their major. Opportunities for undergraduates abound through double majors, honors and independent study programs, practicums, internships, and study abroad. Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available.

Athletics

Marywood University belongs to the NCAA Division III, Colonial States Athletic Conference (CSAC). The official name given is the Marywood Pacers. Marywood currently competes at the varsity level in baseball, basketball, cross-country, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis and volleyball.

Campus Buildings and Landmarks

  • Center for Natural & Health Science, is home to several majors including, Math, Science, Nursing & Public Administration and Physician Assistant.
  • Center for Spiritual Life
  • Fricchione Day Care Center, built in 1991, is a child development center that is open to the children of Marywood's staff, faculty and students.
  • Health & Physical Education Center, includes a swimming pool, fitness center, basketball/volleyball court, racquetball courts, aerobic room, gymnasium, saunas, and training room.
  • Immaculata Hall, was built in the 1950s. It was originally called Alumnae Hall, but it was later renamed to honor Sister M. Immaculata Gillespie, Marywood's first dean. It is the home to the Undergraduate Admissions Office, the Institutional Research Office, and the President's office.
  • Insalaco Center for Studio Arts, built from 2000-2001, houses various artistic disciplines.
  • Learning Resources Center (LRC), built from 1964-1968, houses library services, instructional technology services, and computer training and user support services.
  • Liberal Arts Center (LAC), is home to many University Departments including: Religious Studies, Philosophy, Social Sciences, English, and the Foreign Languages Department.
  • Maria Hall, was one of the original campus structures. It now houses the Development area of University Advancement.
  • Media Center, is the home to TV Marywood, WVMW-FM 91.7, Instructional Technology Services and Distance Education and e-Learning.
  • Mellow Center for Athletics and Wellness, includes a 1,500 seat arena, a fitness center and other athletic facilities.
  • Memorial Arch, built in 1902, originally held the inscription "Mt. St. Mary's" and marked the entrance to the original Motherhouse, which was the location of Mt. St. Mary's seminary. Even though the Motherhouse was destroyed by fire in 1971, the arch still stands as the welcoming landmark at the entrance of the campus.
  • Memorial Commons, built in 1975 as a remembrance of the original IHM Motherhouse that burned down in 1971 where the building once laid.
  • Nazareth Student Center, built in 1964, houses a lounge, a game room, the university Bookstore, the Office of Student Activities and Leadership Development and other University offices.
  • O'Neill Center for Healthy Families, built in 2002, It joins together academic programs and research activities along with community programs and needed health care services.
  • Printing/Mailing Center, is one of the original structures on campus. It houses Marywood's post office and the campus print shop.
  • The Rotunda, contains Marywood's Liberal Arts Center.
  • Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts (PAC), built in the 1950s as Assumption Hall. In 1998, it was rededicated in honor of Sette LaVerghetta. It is home to the Communication Arts and Music Departments.
  • Tony Domiano Early Childhood Center, built in 2000, provides about 60 children in pre-school and Kindergarten.
  • Shields Center for Visual Arts, serves Marywood's art students. It has lab space for computer graphics, art history, and art therapy. On the first floor is the Mahady Gallery which has changing exhibits on a monthly basis.
  • William G. McGowan Center, renovated in 1998, was previously known as the Center for Human Services. It is home to the College of Education and Human Development along with the Counseling/Student Development Center and the School of Continuing Education.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Mid-Atlantic
Setting:
Large Town Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Roman Catholic
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Pacers

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
1,867
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
97%
Athletic Programs:
Available
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 24,090
Students Receiving Aid:
100%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 30
Selectivity:
Selective
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Marywood University Degree Programs

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

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Master’s Degree Programs

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Certificate Programs

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Marywood University Students & Campus Life

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 97%
Part-Time 3%
Men vs. Women
Women 73%
Men 27%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 83%
Other 12%
Hispanic 2%
African-American 2%
Asian 1%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
In-State 66%
Out-of-State 34%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Pennsylvania 66%
New Jersey 16%
New York 13%
Connecticut 1%
Massachusetts 0%
Percent of Students International: 1%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 37%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes

Athletics

Member of: NAA, NCAA
Sports Include: Basketball (Pennsylvania Athletic Conference)
Baseball (Pennsylvania Athletic Conference)
Track (Pennsylvania Athletic Conference)

Marywood University Expenses (Tuition & Fees)

Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 24,090    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 23,040    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 1,050    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 3,251 30%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 3,298 44%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 10,431 100%  
Student Loans:
 $ 5,213 87%  
Any Aid:
   100%  

Marywood University Admissions

Acceptance Rate: 73% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 96%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 470, Math: 470
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 560, Math: 550

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 30.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Recommended
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Recommended
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Required
Test Scores: Required

Photos

  • |The Rotunda The Liberal Arts Center, completed in 1923, houses one of the region's most recognized architectural features, the dome of the Rotunda. foreground, Memorial Commons
    |The Rotunda The Liberal Arts Center, completed in 1923, houses one of the region's most recognized architectural features, the dome of the Rotunda. foreground, Memorial Commons [source]
  • |The Memorial Arch , built in 1902, marks the entrance to the original Motherhouse, which was the location of St. Mary's Seminary.
    |The Memorial Arch , built in 1902, marks the entrance to the original Motherhouse, which was the location of St. Mary's Seminary. [source]
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