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Marywood University

Marywood

Scranton, Pennsylvania 18509-1598

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Marywood University is a private urban institution in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1153.

A small campus of 1.8K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

73% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,817 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,222.

Established
1915
Motto
Sanctitas Scientia Sanitas
Mascot
Pacers
Type
Private university
Conference
Atlantic East Conference
Division
Division III

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84%Acceptance
1153SAT Avg
1,821Students
11:1Student:Faculty
73%Grad Rate
$55,817Earnings 10yr
$22,222Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Marywood University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate83.7%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1153

Reading & WritingMid: 570
530640
MathMid: 550
520600

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
2126

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

83.7%

Trend

SAT Avg

1153

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$39,570
Room & Board$15,100
Books & Supplies$1,250
Total Cost of Attendance$52,673
Average Net Price$22,222
Median Debt at Graduation$26,186
Monthly Payment (10yr)$278

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,389
$30–48K$20,321
$48–75K$18,927
$75–110K$23,640
$110K+$26,569

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

21.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$23,235

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

14

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

4

Burglary

1

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

4

Drug Arrests

3

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (99)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

85%

Mixed
  • •85% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,821
Gender Split
65% / 35%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
29%

Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Black 3%
Hispanic 10%
Asian 3%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate72.5%
Freshman Retention84.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$47,000
10 Years$55,817

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •History The Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary came to Scranton, Pennsylvania, and established St.
  • •Marywood College opened on September 8, 1915 with 34 students.
  • •Germaine O'Neil served as the first president and treasurer.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

ABE Lehigh Valley55 mi
SWF New York Stewart79 mi
TTN Trenton-Mercer91 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA244 mi · ~7h 3m drive
New York, NY98 mi · ~2h 50m drive
Hartford, CT155 mi · ~4h 29m drive
Providence, RI220 mi · ~6h 21m drive
Albany, NY128 mi · ~3h 42m drive
Syracuse, NY115 mi · ~3h 19m drive
Rochester, NY156 mi · ~4h 30m drive
Buffalo, NY194 mi · ~5h 36m drive
Philadelphia, PA105 mi · ~3h 2m drive
Pittsburgh, PA238 mi · ~6h 53m drive
Harrisburg, PA104 mi · ~3h drive
Newark, NJ90 mi · ~2h 36m drive
Trenton, NJ96 mi · ~2h 46m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Lehigh Valley (ABE)55 miles
Rental car
83 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
110 min$66-110
New York Stewart (SWF)79 miles
Rental car
119 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
158 min$95-158

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