Muhlenberg can be found in Plainfield, New Jersey (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Muhlenberg.
The most common majors at the school are in medical assistant and technician.
Muhlenberg does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. The school turned down 57% of potential students in 2005. Only 25% of students scored 310 or lower in 2005 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Muhlenberg centered around 350 to 550, but ranged both higher and lower.
In 2005, 120 students were enrolled in the school.
A lot of students at Muhlenberg attend part-time. The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Muhlenberg.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"THE SCHOOL OF MEDICAL IMAGING AND THERAPEUTIC SCIENCES IS COMMITED TO PROVIDE A COMPREHENSIVE AND QUALITY EDUCATION AND TO PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY WITH COMPETENT AND COMPASSIONATE GRADUATES TO MEET THE HEALTH CARE NEEDS OF INDIVIDUALS WITHIN OUR REGION AS DEFINED IN THE MEDICAL CENTER'S MISSION AND GOALS."
More complete details are provided below.
Muhlenberg School Of Medical Imaging
Park Ave & Randolph Rd
Plainfield, NJ 07061-3399
General Phone: (908) 668-2194
Admissions Phone: (908) 668-2844
Financial Aid Phone: (908) 668-2408
http://WWW.MUHLENBERGSCHOOLS.ORG
Muhlenberg awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 43 | radiographyer, sonography and ultrasound tech, nuclear medical tech, radiation therapist |
Number of programs and degrees for Muhlenberg in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 29 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 14 | 2 |
In 2005, Muhlenberg had a total enrollment of 120 students (63 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 75% |
| Women | 25% |
| Full-Time | 50% |
| Part-Time | 50% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 13% |
| Hispanic | 18% |
| Asian | 15% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 20 % |
Muhlenberg offers campus housing for 56 of its 63 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Plainfield, New Jersey for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New Jersey Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 127 | 55 | 43% | 4 | 7% |
| Men | 54 | 16 | 30% | 3 | 19% |
| Women | 73 | 39 | 53% | 1 | 3% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 310 | 440 |
| SAT Math | 350 | 550 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 100% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Admissions Phone Number: (908) 668-2844
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 13,666 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,666 |
| Room and board | $ 4,875 |
| Room charge | $ 1,700 |
| Books and supplies | $ 835 |
| Other expenses | $ 7,863 |
Financial Aid:
Muhlenberg participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 006421A1)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (908) 668-2408
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Muhlenberg Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Remedial classes for students
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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