Marywood University Welcomes
University of the Arts Students

Academic Quality

• 50+ academic programs including high-quality Arts and Performance programs. Students who graduate from Marywood University art programs go on to work as studio artists, designers, educators, and therapists in museums, galleries, public schools, universities, private practice, and other public and private organizations.
• Regional leader in number of program-specific accreditations.

Affordable Excellence

• 72% of first-time students receive scholarships worth more than 1⁄2 their tuition.
• 99% of first-time students receive financial aid.
• Academic scholarships range from $18,000 - 25,000 per year.
• Use our Net Price Calculator to see what your estimated tuition would be after aid.

Engage from Day One

• Every art student at Marywood has access to superb facilities: woodworking, fiber arts, jewelry-making, ceramics, sculpture, photography, printmaking, two graphic design Mac labs, and private and semi-private studios Facilities are available to art students 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
• The Shields Center for Visual Arts contains The Maslow Collection, Mahady Gallery, and Suraci Gallery displaying student artwork.
• Music, Theater and Dance: Our distinctive programs in Music, Theatre, and Dance embody the depth and rigor expected of conservatory programs, but in a welcoming atmosphere that embraces an ensemble philosophy and encourages collegiality and growth.
• Facilities: Sette LaVerghetta Center for the Performing Arts, Sette LaVerghetta Center Theatre, Black Box Theatre, Digital piano lab, Extensive practice facilities, Choral music library, Vocal music library, 2 computer labs, Biofeedback lab, Music Therapy Lab, Digital piano lab.

Be In Demand

• 99%+ of our recent graduating classes are employed and/or pursuing graduate school.
• 30,000+ alumni have secured positions as art teachers, museum directors, art therapists, studio artists, art directors, graphic and web designers, children’s book illustrators, courtroom sketchers, painting instructors, photojournalists, fashion photographers, metal fabricators, jewelers, and furniture designers, music industries, recording studios, motion picture/video industries, and more!

Outside the Classroom

• 100+ clubs and student organizations.
• 185,000+ hours of service performed by the Marywood community in one year.

Get Active

• 22 Division III varsity athletic sports, 27+ intramural sports
• Competitive esports program and impressive gaming facilities
• Fitness center, rock climbing wall, 8-lane pool, dance studio, elevated running track

Living the College Life

• Student housing guaranteed for four years.
• Park your registered car for free on campus (that includes freshmen!).
• Suite-style residence hall rooms with shared bathroom.
• 24-hour desk security.
• (Free!) laundry facilities on each floor.
• Two dining locations, including all-you-care-to-eat, coffeehouse-style options, and breakfast all day; and Pacer Nation, an on-campus convenience store powered by Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology; and Pacer Roll @ Pacer Place, which offers sushi, poke bowls, and more.

Welcome to the Neighborhood

• 10 minute drive to the city of Scranton, which is home to many entertainment, sports, and cultural events including First Friday with live music, local artists, and other events on the first friday of every month.
• Safe, spacious, beautiful campus located in a historic residential neighborhood.

An agreement between two universities providing students an efficient and convenient path for students with over 60 credits to continue their academic progress.

We encourage you to pursue options at Marywood as a transfer student. We have many similar programs and courses and have been working to ensure a seamless transition that provides a positive and enriching experience for all students. Marywood offers a wide array of programs that may provide new academic and career opportunities for you to explore and pursue!

In an effort to make this transition as accommodating as possible, we offer a unique opportunity to match your out-of-pocket tuition costs. To take advantage of this offer, you'll need to complete and submit a valid Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with no substantial changes in your family's financial circumstances. Additionally, you'll need to fulfill any additional steps required to secure state and federal
aid and maintain a similar full-time, part-time, or resident status. We are here to support you and make your collegiate and professional aspirations possible!

FAFSA Code: 003296

Yes! We have worked to map out course equivalencies to the best of our abilities so that credits earned at your college will either match existing Marywood courses or provide elective credits.

We have worked to ensure that as many programs as possible will be able to be obtained even if Marywood does not explicitly have the program. We offer an extensive catalog of course equivalencies that will allow students to obtain the degree that they were actively pursuing at their college.

Yes! We will accommodate all possible course similarities to expedite the transition into any new program that a student may look to pursue.

We will assist students in exploring a handful of on campus housing options. On-campus housing will be given according to availability and priority. As always, we will work to provide support and accommodate students on an individual basis.

Learn more about our Housing Options

Important Contacts

Academic

Dr. Ann Cerminaro-Costanzi
Interim Vice-President for Academic Affairs
acostanzi@marywood.edu
570-348-6211 x2316
Liberal Arts Center 217

Admissions

Christina Menn
Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
cmenn@marywood.edu
570-348-6234 ext. 2437
Liberal Arts Center 120

Athletics

Andrew Smith
Director of Athletics & Recreation
asmith@marywood.edu
570-348-6211 x2348
Center for Athletics & Wellness 206

Financial Aid

Jessie Beecroft
Financial Aid Counselor
jbeecroft@marywood.edu
570-348-6211 x6259
Liberal Arts Center 85

Housing

Erica Armstrong
Director of Housing & Residence Life
elarmstrong@marywood.edu
570-348-6211 x2150
Liberal Arts Center 227

Student Engagement

Kevin Farrell
Director of Student Engagement
kfarrell@marywood.edu
570-340-6016
Nazareth Hall 107

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