Plainfield, NJ is home to Muhlenberg. Plainfield is a large suburb. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Muhlenberg go up to the Associate's degree.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
Muhlenberg has 132 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
A lot of students at Muhlenberg attend part-time. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
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 Harold B. And Dorothy A Snyder Schools School Of Imaging
Park Ave & Randolph Rd
Plainfield, NJ 07061
General Phone: (908) 668-2400
http://www.muhlenbergschools.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Support and Technology | 33 | radiographer, nuclear medical tech, sonography and ultrasound tech, radiation therapist |
Number of programs and degrees for Muhlenberg in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 33 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Muhlenberg had a total enrollment of 132 students (60 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 49% |
| Women | 51% |
| Full-Time | 35% |
| Part-Time | 65% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 42% |
| Black | 19% |
| Hispanic | 15% |
| Asian | 17% |
| Unknown | 7% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 8% |
| 22-24 | 26% |
| 25-29 | 22% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 14% |
| 50-64 | 5% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
Muhlenberg offers campus housing for 29 of its 60 (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 | 75 | 48 | 64% | 37 | 77% |
| Men | 38 | 26 | 68% | 18 | 69% |
| Women | 37 | 22 | 59% | 19 | 86% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 22,745 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 22,745 |
| Room and board | $ 6,875 |
| Room charge | $ 3,000 |
| Books and supplies | $ 981 |
| Other expenses | $ 11,355 |
Financial Aid:
Muhlenberg participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 006421A1)
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
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 freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Male % of student body (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Remedial classes for students
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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