Marylhurst University
Marylhurst University is a private, co-educational, liberal arts institution. It offers accredited academic and professional programs designed for students of all ages, many of whom balance school with work and other responsibilities. The University emphasizes peer learning, personal attention and sense of community. Small, seminar-style classes, options to earn credit for prior learning assessments, distance learning options and flexible scheduling make a Marylhurst education accessible for those with active lives. Located 10 miles south of Portland, Oregon, Marylhurst’s beautiful and spacious campus offers free parking for its commuter students. A Catholic university, Marylhurst was founded in 1893 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary. Today, Marylhurst provides quality and innovative educational experiences for individuals of many religious beliefs and backgrounds.
Enrollment (Fall 2009):
- Undergraduate students: 984
- Graduate students: 944
Student Profile
- Male: 32%; Female: 68%
- Oregon students: 69%; Out of state: 29%; International: 2%
Number of majors: 29 undergraduate and graduate majors
Most popular undergraduate majors:
- Business & Leadership/Management
- Communications
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Psychology
- English
Tuition: $15,705
Alumni:
- Total Living: 6,428
- Where Alumni Reside (top three states) & Number:
- Oregon
- California
- Washington
Financial Aid Data
- % of students with demonstrated financial need: 55%
- Average financial aid package: $12,112
- Percent need met (need-based aid): 45%
Class Size
- Student/Faculty Ratio: 7:1
- Fewer than 20 students: 92%
- Fewer than 50 students: 100%
Faculty
- 14% Full-time faculty
- 62% Full-time with Ph.D./terminal degree
Co-curricular Activities
- 8 student clubs and organizations
- 2 Honor/ Academic Societies:
- Kappa Gamma Pi
- Alpha Sigma Lambda
The Marylhurst Difference
Students of all ages find enriching educational experiences at Marylhurst University. At our picturesque campus just south of Portland, Oregon, we offer accredited liberal arts and professional programs, personalized support and many options to shape degree programs to reach personal and professional goals.
Discover the difference of the Marylhurst experience.
