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Marylhurst University

Marylhurst University

Marylhurst University was established by Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary in 1893. It was then known as the St. Mary's Academy and College. It was renamed the Marylhurst College in 1930, and received its present name in the year 1998. Marylhurst University awards a large number of bachelor's, and master's degrees to the students. The university also offers certificate programs in various fields of study.

The students of Marylhurst University are associated with clubs and organizations including the Marylhurst Gerontology Association, Marylhurst Music Therapy Student Organization, Marylhurst Labyrinth Group, Marylhurst Writers' Club, Marylhurst S.A.F.E. Community, and Marylhurst Sweep Rowing Club. The Alumni Association of the Marylhurst University publishes a monthly newsletter.

Overview of Marylhurst University

Marylhurst, OR is home to Marylhurst. Marylhurst is a large suburb. Students select the school partly because it is a Roman Catholic school. Marylhurst is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school go up to the Post-Master's certificate.

Areas of Study

Students at Marylhurst can choose among many degree programs. Students commonly pursue studies in design, music, media, business and management, and real estate and construction management.

Marylhurst Selectivity

Prospective students are drawn to the school's open admissions.

Student Body

The school has 1,433 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). Marylhurst has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Marylhurst

Marylhurst University
17600 Pacific Hwy - Hwy 43
Marylhurst, OR 97036-0261
General Phone: (503) 636-8141
http://www.marylhurst.edu

Marylhurst Programs and Degrees (2008-2009)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Business and Management140business management
Liberal Arts51interdisciplinary studies, English, humanities, sociology, anthropology, social services
Therapy and Counseling44art therapy, psychology, music therapy
Media34communication studies, organizational communications
Religion and Philosophy26theology, pastoral counseling, ministry, religion
Fine Arts9fine arts
Design7interior design
Real Estate and Construction Management7real estate
Music4music, music pedagogy, music theory and composition, music performance
Art Studies3art studies
Conservation and Resource Management2environmental science
Medicine2gerontology
Education and Teaching0education

Number of programs and degrees for Marylhurst in 2008-2009:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Master's degree1426
Bachelor's degree14120
Award of less than 1 academic year326
Postbaccalaureate certificate62
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years46
Post-master's certificate21
Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years21

Marylhurst Student Body

In 2007-2008, Marylhurst had a total enrollment of 1,433 students (967 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate58%
Graduate42%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White25%
Black1%
Hispanic1%
Asian1%
American Indian0%
Unknown70%
(Foreign Students)2%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 180%
18-192%
20-213%
22-249%
25-2918%
30-3415%
35-3914%
40-4923%
50-6415%
65+0%

Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)

ResidencePercent
Oregon70%
Washington17%
Nevada4%
Michigan4%
Arizona4%

Marylhurst Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time50 %
Part-Time40 %

Marylhurst Expenses and Financial Aid (2008-2009)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 16,200
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 16,200
Books and supplies$ 1,440

Financial Aid:
Marylhurst participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 319900)

Marylhurst Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track2225

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
No academic rankcalendar year22$56,74825$49,166
All faculty totalcalendar year22$56,74825$49,166

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Marylhurst Degree Programs (2007)

ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General

CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science

DESIGN
Interior Design

EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General

FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General

LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
English Language and Literature, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Social Sciences, General
Sociology

MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Organizational Communication, General

MEDICINE
Gerontology

MUSIC
Music Pedagogy
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General

REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate

RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Divinity/Ministry (BD, MDiv)
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies

THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Art Therapy/Therapist
Music Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General

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Marylhurst Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Marylhurst Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
% students 40 years or older
(vs. all colleges)
Top 4%Marylhurst % students 40 years or older
% of degrees in media
(vs. all colleges)
Top 4%Marylhurst % of degrees in media
Number of degree programs
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 6%Marylhurst Number of degree programs
% of degrees in design
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 13%Marylhurst % of degrees in design
% of degrees in business and management
(vs. all colleges)
Top 13%Marylhurst % of degrees in business and management
Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
(for open-admission colleges)
Top 16%Marylhurst Faculty/student ratio (full-time)
% of degrees in art studies
(for open-admission colleges)
Top 17%Marylhurst % of degrees in art studies
% of degrees in real estate and construction management
(vs. all colleges)
Top 18%Marylhurst % of degrees in real estate and construction management
Minority % of student body
(vs. all colleges)
Top 18%Marylhurst Minority % of student body
Female % of student body
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 19%Marylhurst Female % of student body
% of degrees in music
(vs. all colleges)
Top 19%Marylhurst % of degrees in music
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Open admission
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library

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