Robert Morris University is a private university located in Moon Township, Pennsylvania, USA. Here is a detailed introduction to the school:

History

Early Development: The school was founded in 1921 as the Pittsburgh School of Accountancy by Andrew Blass, whose curriculum drew on the curriculum he oversaw while serving as dean of Pace College in Washington, DC.

Name Changes and Expansions: In 1935, the school was renamed Robert Morris College of Business, adding business and secretarial studies. In 1962, the school moved to Moon Township and was renamed Robert Morris Junior College, and began to award associate degrees. In 1969, the school was upgraded to Robert Morris College and began to offer a bachelor's degree program in business administration. In 1999, the school opened its first doctoral degree program. In 2002, the school was officially renamed Robert Morris University.

School size

Number of students: The school has nearly 5,000 students, including 4,005 undergraduates and 890 graduate students.

Teacher-student ratio: The teacher-student ratio is 1:15. The school has 203 full-time teachers, who can provide students with more personalized education and guidance.

Academic resources

College settings: The school has five colleges, including the School of Business, the School of Education and Social Sciences, the School of Nursing and Health Sciences, the School of Transportation and Information Systems, and the School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences. It offers more than 60 undergraduate degree programs, more than 35 graduate degree programs, and 3 doctoral degree programs.

Library resources: The school's main library is located in the Patrick Henry Center. The library has a rich collection of books and participates in PALI Net and PALCI Through the interlibrary loan alliances such as the UPMC Center for Educational Research and Innovation (RISE), students can borrow books from most university libraries in the Pittsburgh area.

Research Center: The school has several research centers, such as the Regional Center for Research and Innovation in Simulation Education (RISE), which provide students and teachers with a good scientific research environment and resources.

Campus Facilities

Teaching Facilities: The main buildings on campus include the Nicholson Center, Patrick Henry Center, Business School Building, Scaife Center, Wheatley Center, John Jay Center, Hale Center, etc. These buildings are equipped with advanced teaching facilities and equipment, such as classrooms, laboratories, conference rooms, libraries, bookstores, etc.

Sports Facilities: The school has complete sports facilities, including the UPMC Activity Center, Joe Walton Stadium, North Athletic Complex Football Stadium, Clearview Arena Ice Hockey Stadium, and Student Recreation and Fitness Center, which provide students with a wealth of sports activities and entertainment venues.

Accommodation Facilities: The school has a total of 14 dormitories, 3 of which are newer apartment-style dormitories. In addition, the school has converted a nearby hotel into the Yorktown Hall, as a student dormitory, provides students with a comfortable living environment.

Academic ranking

In the 2024 U.S. News American University Comprehensive Ranking, Robert Morris University ranked 201st.

Advantageous majors

Business majors: The business school offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs, covering multiple professional fields such as accounting, finance, marketing, and management. Its courses focus on practical applications and cultivate students' practical operation and problem-solving abilities. Graduates have strong competitiveness in the job market.

Nursing major: The School of Nursing and Health Sciences offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Its nursing major enjoys a high reputation in Pennsylvania and even the United States. The curriculum focuses on the combination of theory and practice. Students will have the opportunity to intern in hospitals, community health centers and other institutions during their studies. After graduation, they can engage in nursing, medical management and other related work.

Engineering major: The School of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences offers ABET The school has a certified engineering course and a graduate course. Its engineering major covers multiple fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer engineering. The course focuses on cultivating students' innovative and practical abilities. After graduation, students can engage in design, research and development, manufacturing and other related work in the engineering field.

Campus Life

Student Organizations and Societies: The school has a rich variety of student organizations and societies, covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports, public welfare and other fields. Students can join the corresponding societies according to their interests and specialties, make friends with like-minded people, and expand their horizons and interpersonal networks.

Campus Cultural Activities: The school often holds various campus cultural activities, such as concerts, drama performances, art exhibitions, cultural festivals, etc., to enrich students' extracurricular life and create a strong campus cultural atmosphere.

Sports and Athletics: The school's sports teams participate in NCAA Division I level competitions and have 15 teams, including basketball, volleyball, football, ice hockey, lacrosse and other projects. The school's sports and competitive level is high and has won championship honors many times. Students can participate in sports activities, exercise their bodies, and cultivate teamwork spirit and competitive awareness.