About Marywood University
Marywood University is a four-year private school located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. MU is affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church and was established in 1915 by the Congregation of Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. The school was the first Catholic college for women in the state.
Marywood faculty and staff seek to allow students to discover their passion and realize their purpose. The university offers more than 80 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Undergraduate students complete a foundation in liberal arts while immersing themselves in the arts, sciences, music, fine arts, social work, or healthcare. The school provides online access to distance-learning students pursuing master’s degrees in various disciplines.
Students can pursue degrees through the following academic divisions:
- College of Arts and Sciences
- College of Health and Human Services
- College of Professional Studies
Accreditation & Licensing
Marywood University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Type:
4-year, Private not-for-profitHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Roman CatholicEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 2,011 ; Graduate: 1,190Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 3% ; Graduate: 31%Graduation Rate:
73%Transfer Rate:
16%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$55,817Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$26,186Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
93%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$25,840Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Marywood University is located in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania at a Glance:

Top Majors in Pennsylvania:
Top Incentives in Pennsylvania:
- PA State Grant Program: Up to $4,525 annually
Top Career Pathways in Pennsylvania:
- Entry Level: Clinic Manager ($65,000)
- Mid Level: Healthcare Administrator ($95,000)
- Senior Level: Hospital Director ($150,000+)
- Required Education: BS Healthcare Administration
- Certifications: ACHE, CMPE


