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About Marywood University

catholic institutionsmall class sizeshealth sciences focusmasters programsaccessible admissions

Marywood University is a private university in Scranton, PA, known for its catholic institution, small class sizes, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 81%, Marywood is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 445 students each year. Marywood is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1160–1260, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Marywood offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $30,439 per year; the sticker price of $54,942 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Marywood University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

81%
Overall Accept Rate
2.00
Typical Admitted GPA
1210
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 1.00 – 3.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1160 – 1260 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Marywood University

Essay Strategy
Marywood is a Catholic university with a strong emphasis on service, social justice, and holistic development, so use your essays to show how your personal values or community involvement align with that mission rather than writing a generic personal statement.
Demonstrated Interest
Marywood tracks campus visits and open house attendance, so if you can get to Scranton for an official visit or shadow day, that interaction can strengthen your connection with admissions staff even though demonstrated interest is not heavily weighted in their formal review.

Financial Aid & Cost

What Marywood University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$55k/yr$18.9k
30k-48k~$55k/yr$21.2k
48k-75k~$55k/yr$21.3k
75k-110k~$55k/yr$24.1k
110k+~$55k/yr$28.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

73%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$47k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,770
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

76%White
13%Hispanic
3%Black / African American
3%Asian
3%Two or More Races
2%Unknown / Unreported
0%International
0%American Indian / AK Native
Gender36% Men · 64% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status100% Citizens and Immigrants · 0% International
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