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Misericordia University
United States of America

Popularity:1774

Official website: https://www.misericordia.edu/
Tel:Email: admiss@misericordia.edu Phone: 570-675-6264 Fax: 570-674-6232
Address:301 Lake Street Dallas, PA  18612-1098 United States

Misericordia University is a private Catholic liberal arts university located in the town of Dallas in northeastern Pennsylvania. The following is a detailed introduction to the school:

School Overview

History of the school: Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1924, it was originally a women's college. It began to enroll male students in 1969 and has a nearly 100-year educational heritage.

Campus size: The campus covers an area of ​​126 acres, with a beautiful environment and a high green coverage rate. The architectural styles on campus are diverse, integrating modern and traditional elements, providing students with a comfortable and peaceful learning and living environment.

Student size: The school has about 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students from different cultural backgrounds and regions, creating a diverse campus atmosphere.

Academic Strength

Professional settings: The school offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and more than 20 graduate programs, covering arts and sciences, business, education, health sciences and other fields. Among them, some popular majors include nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, business administration, psychology, etc., which are highly competitive in terms of teaching quality and employment prospects.

Teaching mode: The school adopts a small class teaching mode, with an average of about 18 students per class and a teacher-student ratio of 1:12, which can ensure that teachers give each student full attention and personalized guidance, which is conducive to the interaction and communication between students and teachers and improves students' learning effects. In addition, the school focuses on practical teaching. Through internships, experiments, clinical practice and other methods, students can apply theoretical knowledge to practical operations and cultivate students' professional skills and ability to solve practical problems.

Academic ranking: It performs relatively well in the US. news northern regional university rankings, reflecting the school's comprehensive strength in teaching quality, faculty, student outcomes and other aspects.

Academic resources: The school has multiple academic centers and research institutes, such as the Autism Center and the Mexicordia Interdisciplinary Education Connection Center, which provide students and teachers with rich research resources and practical opportunities. The school's library has a rich collection of paper books, electronic books and academic journals, and also provides advanced online databases and learning resources to meet students' learning and research needs.

Campus Life

Student Clubs: There are many student clubs and organizations covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports, volunteer services and other aspects, such as student unions, music clubs, drama clubs, volunteer associations, sports clubs, etc. Students can participate in corresponding club activities according to their interests and hobbies, enrich their extracurricular life, expand interpersonal relationships, and cultivate teamwork spirit and leadership skills.

Accommodation: The school offers a variety of accommodation options, including traditional dormitories, suites and apartment-style dormitories to meet the needs of different students. The dormitories are fully equipped with basic furniture, air conditioning, heating and other equipment, as well as wireless network coverage and 24-hour security services to ensure students' safety and comfort. In addition, the school also provides various life services and support for residential students, such as dormitory management, maintenance services, laundry facilities, etc.

Sports: As a member of NCAA Division III, the school has many sports teams that participate in various inter-school sports competitions, such as basketball, football, baseball, track and field, tennis, etc. The school also provides a wealth of sports and fitness facilities and courses to encourage students to actively participate in sports activities, exercise, and enhance their physical fitness, while also cultivating a sense of competition and team honor.

Study Abroad Related

Study Abroad Programs: The school provides a variety of study abroad programs and support services for international students, including international student recruitment, visa consultation, freshman training, academic support, cultural adaptation, etc., to help students better adapt to study and life in the United States. In addition, the school has established cooperative relations with universities in many countries, encouraging students to participate in overseas exchange programs and broaden their international horizons.

Scholarships: The school provides students with generous scholarships and grants to help students reduce their financial burden. Scholarships include academic scholarships, art scholarships, sports scholarships, leadership scholarships, etc., which are assessed based on students' grades, talents and financial needs.