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Study at Robert Morris University


Robert Morris University is a private, coeducational university located in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. It was established in 1921 and named after Robert Morris, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. The university offers more than 30 undergraduate, 10 graduate and over 3 doctoral degree programs. RMU's campus is spread across an area of 230 acres. It is organized into the following academic divisions:

  • School of Adult and Continuing Education
  • School of Business
  • School of Communications and Information Systems
  • School of Education and Social Sciences
  • School of Engineering, Mathematics and Science
  • School of Nursing and Health Sciences
RMU's sports teams are nicknamed the Colonials and compete in the NCAA Division I's Northeast Conference.

Profile of Robert Morris University

Robert Morris University is located in a large suburb, in Moon Township, PA. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Robert Morris University top out at the Doctoral degree.

Course Topics

Students at the school often study business and management and computer science and engineering.

Robert Morris University Selectivity

The admissions department at Robert Morris University does not accept all those who apply. Most students' verbal SAT scores were in the range of 440 to 530 in 2007. A quarter of students admitted in 2007 scored 570 or higher on the math SAT.

Faculty

The school's tenure system is geared toward rewarding and keeping the most valuable professors. By paying its faculty better than most schools, the school tries to attract and retain a high quality teaching staff.

Student Enrolment

Robert Morris University offers classes to 5, 055 students (3, 921 full-time equivalent).

Student Life

Many students live in housing on or near campus. Robert Morris University does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Northeast Conference competitions.

The school reports its educational mission is:

"As a private, comprehensive institution committed to active learning and student success, Robert Morris University is recognized for integrating liberal arts with a professionally focused, applied education that prepares students for leadership in a rapidly changing world. "

Robert Morris University Programs and Degrees
General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors
Business and Management645business management, marketing, accounting, organizational behavior, MIS, finance, taxation, human resources, . . .
Education and Teaching275elementary school teaching, secondary teaching, curriculum and instruction, business teaching
Computer Science and Engineering108information science, systems analyst, computer security, computer services management, software engineering
Liberal Arts56interdisciplinary studies, social services, English, economics, liberal arts and sciences
Media53communication studies
Engineering45engineering management, manufacturing engineering, engineering
Nursing and Emergency Medicine37registered nursing, clinical nurse specialist
Nutrition and Exercise Therapy36sports and fitness management
Hospitality29hospitality management, tourism and travel
Design24design and visual communication
Mathematics16applied mathematics
Medical administration4health care administration, health services administration
Conservation and Resource Management3environmental science
Therapy and Counselling1psychology
Medical Support and Technology0nuclear medical tech
Transportation0aviation operations


Contact: Robert Morris University

Robert Morris University

6001 University Boulevard

Moon Township, PA 15108-1189

General Phone: (412) 262-8200

http: //www.rmu.edu