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Robert Morris University (RMU)

Black Pinpoint 6001 University Boulevard | Moon Township, PA | 15108-1189

01. Overview

What the school is known for:

Robert Morris University fosters "well-rounded individuals," who graduate "ready to [conquer]…the real world." Located in a suburb of Pittsburgh, RMU provides students with numerous "networking opportunities" and has "high job placement rates." When it comes to academics, students say "RMU has amazing degree programs, especially in nursing, actuarial science and business." Undergrads also love that "professors teach every class." Indeed, you won't find any teaching assistants here. However, you will discover instructors who are "dedicated and engaging." A current RMU student explains: "[Even in] the largest classes, [which] have 50 students…professors still find ways to interact with [everyone]." These instructors "genuinely care about [student] success." One grateful student gushes, "The professors go out of their way to make sure their students are on track. I have had professors email, call, and text me about various things going on in class and in my personal life. It makes me feel like I belong at RMU."

02. Rankings

Rankings and Lists

03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate

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Applicants
4,667
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Acceptance Rate
94%
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Average HS GPA
3.67

SAT & ACT Test Scores

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Testing Policies

Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional

Other Admission Factors Academic

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Academic GPA

Selectivity

4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition
$33,360
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,000
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Transportation for Commuters
$1,850
On-Campus Room and Board
12930
Approximate Expenses per year
$49,140

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05. Academics

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Student/Faculty
12.6 : 1
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Total Faculty
340
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Terminal Degree
216

Gender

Women
182
Men
158
Minority
72
International
11

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
53%
Graduate in 5 years
63%
Graduate in 6 years
65%

University Degrees

Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate

06. Student Body

What students say:

Athletics and Greek life at Robert Morris University are popular but don't dominate the culture. For sports enthusiasts, "there is almost always a sporting event that students can [attend] for free," and particularly "when there is a basketball game, you can find the arena filled with students." Undergrads at RMU also love heading to the "athletic complex [that's] about five minutes from the main campus where students can go ice skating or mini golfing." "Greek life is big" as well, but we've been assured that there's no pressure to join: "You can find parties if you want to go to them…they are not ubiquitous." Some students lament that "most people go home" once Friday rolls around. For those who stay on campus, "residence life staff always has activities" like "dances, movies nights, and bingo to name a few activities." When students want a little more excitement, they can always head into nearby Pittsburgh, a quick 25-minute drive, to find "professional sports, concerts, museums, various events, and excellent food experiences."

Gender

45% female55% male

Out of State

16% are out
of state
84% are
in-state

Students

93% are
full time
7% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,782
Foreign Countries Represented
23

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.25%
Asian
1.60%
Black
7.12%
Hispanic
3.56%
Caucasian
76.09%
Unknown
1.13%
International
5.31%

07. Mental Health

08. Campus Life

What students say:

The student body at Robert Morris University is definite by its "kindness." As one RMU undergrad shares, "Students always go out of their way to hold open doors, help others, and are really courteous to everyone." In terms of diversity, a number of RMU students suggest that the "majority [of their classmates] are white" and hail from "Pittsburgh [or] the surrounding area." A large number of students come "from Saudi Arabia," as well, which makes for nice cultural exchange. RMU attracts undergraduates who are "very motivated academically." Students describe their classmates as "very friendly," which makes it rather "easy to get to know people on campus." "No matter who you run into, you automatically feel comfortable with them." A current student sums the welcoming atmosphere: "Robert Morris feels like a close-knit family."

Students
38%
First-Year Students
80%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes

9. Campus Visits

Campus Visits Contact

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Monday through Friday and select Saturdays

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9-5

Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
Varies
Average Length:
1 hour

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Varies
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
contact visits@rmu.edu
Advance Notice
1 week

Contact Email Address for Visit

Individual coach email addresses available on staff directory page located below;

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On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Available
Times:
by appointment

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

Campus Tours


TYPES OF TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE TO CAMPUS

RMU shuttle to residence halls and other locations Greater Pittsburgh International Airport <5 miles


DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO CAMPUS

Robert Morris University 6001 University Boulevard Moon Township, PA 15108 From the North Take I-79 south to Exit 66, Sewickley/Emsworth. Follow Route 65 toward Sewickley. At the third light, turn left and cross the Sewickley Bridge. At the end of the bridge, turn right and follow the Orange Belt 1.5 miles to the second light. Turn left into RMU. From the South Take I-79 north to the Airport-Route 22/30 West Exit. Follow Route 22/30 to Route 60 north. Take Exit 3, Business Route 60, and go three miles to the second light. Turn right on University Boulevard and follow 1.5 miles to the fourth light. Turn right into RMU. From the East Take the PA Turnpike or I-80 to I-79 south. Follow directions from the north. From the West Follow the Pennsylvania Turnpike to Exit 1-A. Follow Route 60 South (50-cent toll) for 24 miles to Exit 8, 60 Business-Moon (there is an RMU sign at this exit). Proceed four miles; turn left onto University Boulevard; it is approximately 1.5 miles to the University entrance on right. From Monroeville Take Route 376 to downtown Pittsburgh and follow signs to Fort Pitt Bridge. Proceed across Fort Pitt Bridge into Fort Pitt Tunnels and onto 279 West. Continue by following directions from downtown Pittsburgh. From Downtown Pittsburgh Take 279 West toward Pittsburgh International Airport. You will proceed on Route 22/30 West which will become Route 60. Proceed to Exit 3, Business Route 60/376. Turn right at the second traffic light which is a major intersection at University Boulevard. Follow to the fourth traffic light, approximately 1.5 miles. The University entrance is on the right. From Pittsburgh International Airport Airport Exit to Route 60 North (Moon-Beaver). Follow to Exit 8 (Business 60/376, Flaugherty/Moon). After stop sign, make a second right turn onto Business 60/376 South (Moon). Follow for two miles, making a left turn at the third traffic light onto University Boulevard. Follow to fourth traffic light, approximately 1.5 miles. The University entrance is on the right.

LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS

Sheraton Hotel- preferred partner Hyatt Pittsburgh International Airport Double Tree Hampton Inn Embassy Suites Airport Plaza Sleep Inn Marriott


10. Sports & Athletics

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Athletic Division I

Participate in intramural sports
9%
Participate in intercollegiate sports
15%

Men's Sports (Colonials)

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Basketball
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Football
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Golf
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Track Field Outdoor

Women's Sports (Colonials)

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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Lacrosse
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Soccer
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Softball
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Track Field Outdoor
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Volleyball

11. Housing & Activities

Hosting Features

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Apartment Single
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Disabled Student
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Dorms Coed
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Dorms Female
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Dorms Male
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Frat Sorority
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Theme Housing

Special Needs Admissions

Director
Molly Hill
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
164
Number of Honor Societies
21
Number of Social Sororities
6
Number of Religious Organizations
5
Join a fraternity
14%
Join a sorority
17%

12. Student Services

Military

Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Navy ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Carnegie Mellon University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Pittsburgh

CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT

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Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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Description CISCO Dell Polycom

13. Financial Aid

Dates

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Notification DateDec 5

Required Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$23,201
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$24,892
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,146
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
66%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$45,795
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$27,619
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans

Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL):

01 - College/university loans from institutional funds
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

14. Career Services & Jobs

Graduation Rates

Graduate in 4 years
53%
Graduate in 5 years
63%
Graduate in 6 years
65%

Career Services

01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

01 - Experiential
02 - Internship

15. Majors

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01 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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02 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Accounting.
  • Actuarial Science.
  • Business Administration and Management, General.
  • Finance, General.
  • Management Information Systems, General.
  • Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
  • Organizational Behavior Studies.
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04 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other.
  • Information Science/Studies.
  • Information Technology Project Management.
  • Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation.
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05 EDUCATION.

  • Elementary Education and Teaching.
  • Secondary Education and Teaching.
  • Special Education and Teaching.
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06 ENGINEERING.

  • Engineering, General.
  • Engineering, Other.
  • Manufacturing Engineering.
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07 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • English Language and Literature, General.
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08 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Health Services Administration.
  • Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist.
  • Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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09 HISTORY.

  • History, General.
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10 MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.

  • Applied Mathematics, General.
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11 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.

  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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13 PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.

  • Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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14 PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Counseling Psychology.
  • Psychology, General.
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15 SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Economics, General.
  • Political Science and Government.
  • Social Sciences, General.
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16 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Design and Visual Communications, General.

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