Misericordia University
Misericordia University Dallas, PA 18612-1090 admissions.misericordia.edu Tel: 1-570-674-6400 Toll free: 1-866-262-6363 Founded by the Sisters of Mercy
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Walk through the Misericordia University arch and you step into the best of two worlds. You get a great education that builds a strong foundation for a successful career and a fulfilling life. And you get an education grounded in values,
delivered in a close-knit environment full of good people who care about each other and the world. So come through. Explore all that MU has to offer. And learn to succeed in whatever path you choose.
Academic Excellence /2 Engagement in Learning /14 Community /28 Career Success /47 In Brief /54
Academic Excellence
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You learn from faculty who are leaders in their fields, who challenge you intellectually and creatively, and who do everything in their power to bring out your best.
We offer degree programs through three colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of Professional Studies and Social Sciences
The U.S. News & World Report guide to America’s Best Colleges ranks Misericordia University in the top tier of master’s universities in the northern U.S.
G AT E W AY T O S U C C E S S
To create an Misericordia education, we start with a strong foundation in the liberal arts and sciences, then layer on a variety of professionally focused programs in dozens of high-demand fields—in health sciences, information technology, business, management, and many more. Next we build in a compelling array of opportunities to enrich your learning, like internships, study abroad, and independent research. You learn from faculty who are leaders in their fields, who challenge you intellectually and creatively, and who do everything in their power to bring out your best. Then we put it all on an inviting 123-acre campus, with an expanding lower campus, where classes are small, resources are abundant, and the entire environment is designed to help you learn, grow, and succeed. Along the way, you’ll also discover how service to others, in the tradition of our founders, the Religious Sisters of Mercy, is a key ingredient to your success. What this all adds up to is a first-rate education at a top-tier university designed with one purpose in mind—to help you along the path to a rewarding and prosperous future.
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Academic Excellence
“Not in my wildest dreams would I ever imagine that we would have a business of this magnitude.� Tom Boffa Business Administration
They met at Misericordia freshman orientation never expecting that three years later they would be partners and entrepreneurs in a business selling specialty sauces across the county and potentially around the world.
Growing up around his family’s well-known restaurant in Middletown, NY, Tom Boffa, a business administration major, knew that just about everybody loved his grandfather Tony’s spaghetti sauce. And he had the idea that it would be great to sell. He shared his thoughts with his new friend, Dustin Watts, a marketing major from Rush, PA, and the idea for a new business was born. Seeking help from marketing professor and advisor John Mellon, Ed.D., the two worked their way through business and financial plans, FDA approvals, patent applications, recipe adaptations, production contracts, labeling, bottling and marketing. Getting a “thumbs up” from some first generation
Italian residents during a taste test in the Bronx, NY, they knew they were on their way. The first run produced 56 cases of the Original Tomato Sauce. Now they are producing 200 cases of each of four varieties of the sauces every three months. The Tony Boffa Sauces are being sold through food brokers in Texas and California, and across the country in Whole Foods supermarkets, that specialize in organic and health-conscious items. “Highly mature, motivated and quality idea generators are only a few of Tom and Dustin’s attributes. They used planning, managing, evaluating and remedial action stages, as a logical method of thinking, to improve the quality of life when working with other individuals, groups, and organizations,” says Dr. Mellon.
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What can you expect from a Misericordia education? Quality academics. Professional preparation. Service leadership.
Academic Excellence
Misericordia’s liberal arts core curriculum integrates courses in the arts and humanities, mathematics, and the social and natural sciences to give you a strong foundation for your major. These courses build skills of critical thinking, effective communication, and creative problem-solving that are vital for success in all walks of life.
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"A Misericordia education brings the student into dialogue with the world, a dialogue rooted in mercy and justice." –Joseph J. Curran, Ph.D. Associate Professor Chair of Religious Studies
Academic Excellence
Our numbers speak for themselves.
12:1
Student-faculty ratio.
99%
of students receive financial aid, both merit and need-based.
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Average class size.
193,455 1924 MU students’ yearly hours of community service.
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Number of full-time faculty.
93%
of full-time faculty members have the Ph.D. or other highest degree in their field.
The year that Misericordia was founded by the Sisters of Mercy.
90%
of Misericordia seniors say they would choose Misericordia all over again.
3,065
Total enrollment.
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Accounting Applied Behavioral Science Biochemistry Biology* Business Administration Chemistry* Clinical Laboratory Science Communications Computer Science Education: Early Childhood Middle Level Special Education English* Government, Law and National Security Health Care Management History* Information Technology Mathematics* Medical Imaging Nursing Occupational Therapy Philosophy Physical Therapy Professional Studies Psychology Social Work Speech-Language Pathology Sport Management
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MAKING ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN Y O U R E D U C AT I O N
"You never feel like an inconvenience when you go to a professor for help. They are more than willing to sit down and discuss a topic with you until you understand it." –Carissa Stonier English
The National Survey of Student Engagement (NSSE) lists Misericordia University among the leading colleges and universities surveyed in several key areas, and that makes all the difference in the world for your education. The NSSE measures the level of student involvement in learning, looking at such things as classroom participation, close contact with faculty members, participation in internships, the extent to which students are asked to analyze and synthesize information, and the application of classroom theory to solve practical problems. With small, interactive classes and 12:1 student-teacher ratio, Misericordia professors know your name, know you, care about you, care that you come to class (and may just call you if you don’t), and provide the right mix of challenge and support to help you succeed. And learning isn’t limited just to what happens in class. MU engages you inside and outside the classroom in a rich and multifaceted educational experience. www.misericordia.edu/NSSE
Engagement in Learning
What you think matters. What you say matters. Who you are matters.
When you’re in a class with only 10 or 15 other students, you’re not some anonymous entity sitting in the back row of a large auditorium. You’re a person with a mind and ideas and opinions.
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Engagement in Learning
Four out of five Misericordia students participate in an internship, field work, or a clinical experience before they graduate. Many students will do several. These opportunities give you hands-on experience in workplace settings, let you “try out” a career to find out what you like (or don’t like), and help you understand how what you learned in the classroom applies in the real world.
F K I G H B J O U R N A L I S T K A R C H I T E C T MN G I D I C O M P U T E R P A N A L Y S T T T T R C T T T R T O A X P A T H O L O G I S T U D E N T I S T Q U I M V I D E O G R A P H E RWA S O C I O L O G I S T A E S S U R C N J A C C O U N T A R T D I R E C T O R O J S T MA R K E T A N A L Y S T Y P I L O T R K O Y S M Y B I B I O C H E M I S T A NMA T HM E T I C I A N I L A V N U R S E T X O N N E V G E T C O U N S E L O R F E T E S E I C G H Y A C T U A R Y I L R P R O G R AMM E R L A S D I L O G I S T I C I A N A Z B T E C H N I C I A N R T O A X O C C U P A T I O N A L T H E R A P Y S T P S WM D E C H E M I S T G E T E C H N I C A L WR I T E R
What career do you see for yourself?
Engagement in Learning
Terrence Murgallis came to Misericordia for speech therapy in high school, thinking he would enter another college as an engineering student. His path changed when Dr. Glen Tellis “pitched the speech-language program to me.” He hasn’t looked back except in gratitude. Aiming to get a doctorate, become a stuttering specialist, and conduct research, Terrence has jumpstarted the process as an undergraduate. He has worked with Dr. Hunter Manasco to outline a master’s degree thesis and with Dr. Tellis to conduct research on stuttering, a fluency disorder. With ready access to faculty expertise and advanced technology, Terrence says he has rare 20
opportunities at Misericordia. He also helped start a Stuttering Support Group, the first in the region, open to the public and on its way to becoming a chapter of the National Stuttering Association. “Dr. Kathleen Scaler Scott is on the NSA board and was instrumental in helping us,” Terrence says. “Now we’re helping others, and that feels great.” Terrence is conducting research using Near Infra-Red Spectroscopy, a non-invasive technology that measures hemoglobin concentrations associated with neural activity. “Misericordia,” he says, “is one of only five institutions in the nation doing this.”
“Every professor in our department is a speech specialist— stuttering, cluttering, voice, language, neural— so students can work with a leader in the field, whatever their interest.” –Terrence Murgallis Speech-Language Pathology
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Engagement in Learning
Misericordia offers a broad range of high-quality academic options. You will choose from our selection of degree programs (descriptions start on page 55), and if you’re not sure what to major in, our Choice Program will help you figure out where your strengths lie, so you can select a course of study that taps your potential to the fullest.
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“Misericordia is a major health sciences school and the labs are extremely up-to-date and modern. They mimic real life professional work settings so that students will be fully prepared for their futures.” –Rachel Cordasco Psychology/Physical Therapy
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Engagement in Learning
“Despite having taught well in their courses, and graduate 'on at Misericordia time.' The professors for years, I am still at Misericordia really impressed with how create a nurturing much my fellow learning environment.� faculty members are dedicated to helping –Dr. David Wright, chair, History students learn, do Department
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In a recent survey, 96% of senior Misericordia students reported that they had received the support they needed to succeed academically.
Community
PEOPLE CARE HERE
“Students at Misericordia go out of their way to make it feel like home for new residents and students.” –Katie O’Hearn Occupational Therapy
They care about their education, they care about their future, they care about each other and the people of the world. Misericordia is a close-knit community of learners where friendships form quickly and often last a lifetime. Part of the reason for this is simply that relationships happen more easily on a campus of about 3,000 students than they do on a campus of 20,000 or more. But caring about others is also just a big part of who we are. For our founders, the Religious Sisters of Mercy, it is a way of life that is very much present today. The close-knit campus makes it easy to get involved, and you’ll find a wide and eclectic variety of ways to do just that. Connect with like-minded people in more than two dozen student organizations focused on the arts, theater, music, academic themes, community service, and other interests. Build your leadership skills in student government. Join one of 24 men’s and women’s athletics teams. Write for The Highlander, our award-winning student newspaper, or for Instress, our literary magazine. People care at Misericordia, and there’s always a lot to care about.
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“Misericordia is home to some of the greatest people you will ever meet. People are really nice here, they even hold doors open for you.” –Deirdre Stevens, Occupational Therapy Major
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Time for a study break? Stop by one of the study lounges in the new MacDowell Hall dorm, relax at the Fireside Lounge in the lobby of the McHale residence hall where students gather to
play pool, ping-pong and foosball, or head to the Cougar’s Den, Insalaco Hall concourse, and the new student union in the Banks Center where you’ll find friends, entertainment, and good food.
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Spring Break Service trip, Spokane, WA
International Service, Guyana
Habitat for Humanity, Spokane, WA
Shannon wears multiple hats— serving as a Resident Assistant and student coordinator for Orientation and Spring Break Habitat. She also helps raise awareness of sexual assault and substance abuse. “I like to be involved,” she says.
When surrounding communities were flooded in 2011, Misericordia served as an evacuation site. Entire families, complete with children and pets, found shelter and solace on its higher ground. Shannon Joyce, then an education major, says it changed her future direction.
“We were playing with the children, walking the dogs, and doing whatever we could to help,” she recalls. “I loved every minute because everyone was so positive and we all came together. It made me realize that I want to do service work, maybe with FEMA, so I changed my major. I want to be in the field, organizing and preparing for an emergency.” Shannon says making good friends is one of the best parts of Misericordia. As one of only two freshmen on a spring break Habitat for Humanity trip to Texas, she says, “The upperclassmen took us under their wing, watching out for us. Most of them graduated last year, but they’re still like my big brothers and sisters.”
Community
“We are the school with the most hellos and hugs. You would never get a college experience like this anywhere else.� -Shannon Joyce Government, Law and National Security
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Service is an important part of the Misericordia experience. Our Catholic heritage and our founding by the Sisters of Mercy compel us to work to make the world more just and more humane. Students work at soup kitchens, clean the environment, build homes with Habitat for Humanity, mentor at-risk kids, and get involved in many other worthwhile ways.
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Community
“The first day I visited I took a tour, and my guide held a sign that read, ‘Welcome, Conor Brennan.’ This is a friendly, tight-knit community.” -Conor Brennan Government, Law and National Security
From the first encounter with Misericordia, the sense of community is evident. Conor Brennan, a government, law and national security major, decided quickly that he would fit in, and he found it easy to participate in campus activities. “I enjoy the small community,” he says. “You get to know people easily, and I’ve made close friends. You walk around and people say ‘Hello’ and open doors for you. If you need any help, there’s
always someone to talk to or to help you out. And the faculty are very accommodating. If you have an issue or concern, they’ll work it out with you. The class sizes are small so professors get to know you.” Through Campus Ministry, Conor volunteered for Habitat for Humanity projects and is now a leader of the group, learning about dry walling and plumbing along the way. “Service,” he says, “is a big thing here.”
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Play hard.
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The Cougars compete in the Middle Atlantic Conference and the Freedom Conference. We field 24 NCAA Division III teams for men and women (see list on page 54), and offer exceptional facilities for sports and recreation, including the new $4.1 million John and
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Mary Metz Field House and Tambur Baseball Field. Cougar teams are perennial contenders for postseason competition, and each year Cougar athletes are wellrepresented on All-Conference teams. Learn more about Cougar sports on our website at athletics.misericordia.edu
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CAREER SUCCESS. GUARANTEED.
“Everything that I’ve become started at Misericordia. When I founded my company, one of the first things we did was define a set of core values— integrity, passion, humility—and they reflect my experience at Misericordia. It is not all about coursework and skills and a degree. What you learn is a way of life.” –Jonathan Brassington, B.S. in Computer Science and Mathematics, M.B.A. from Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania; CEO of LiquidHub, Philadelphia, PA
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A lot of colleges say they’ll prepare you for a good job when you graduate. At Misericordia, we guarantee it. With our Guaranteed Placement Program, if you don’t have a job in your field within six months of graduating, we’ll find you a paid internship to help you get your career on track. Among students who complete the program, the job placement rate is 100 percent. And even among those who don’t take part, our placement rate is impressive. Why such a strong record of career success? One reason is the kind of education you get, linking classroom study to real-world experiences through clinics, internships, and other opportunities. And then there is the wide range of programs we offer to prepare you for the workplace, like résumé workshops, mock interviews, job fairs, workshops on entrepreneurship, networking with alumni, mentoring with business leaders, and the development of your Student Leadership Transcript which highlights accomplishments outside the classroom. If you want an education that will help you launch your career, then Misericordia is a great choice.
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“I am in charge of securing corporate sponsorships and working with CEOs to promote their companies through the billboards, programs and the ads you see. Sometimes it means entertaining clients at New York Yankees games in New York. The Sport Manage– ment program taught me a great deal about business and stressed internships, and I feel they were a key to my success. I had four of them, and I was offered my first job before I even graduated.
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The staff at Misericordia played an integral role in who I am today, especially Sister Jean Messaros and Kit Foley. Their doors were always open; you could talk to them about anything. Everyone here cares about what kind of person you become.” –Michael Trudnak B.S. in Sport Management, Vice President of Corporate Partnerships for the Scranton Wilkes-Barre Rail Riders, Moosic, PA.
Career Success
“I knew when I was looking at colleges that I wanted to go into occupational therapy. I had worked at a summer camp for disabled children, and it was so satisfying working with the kids and helping them meet their goals.
“The OT program at We have a sensory Misericordia really integration gym with prepared me well to swings, rock walls, and start my own business. other equipment that The faculty were good helps kids process at fostering confidence. sensory input, develop The classes were small coordination, or learn and professors taught self control. To the to each individual naked eye, it looks like student. I learned to be I’m getting paid to play confident and try things. with children. It’s It was a great satisfying seeing the smiles on kids’ faces or atmosphere to develop hearing them laughing as a professional. “I started the clinic in in the gym. If they’re 2003. We do pediatric laughing, I know we’re therapy for preschoolers meeting their goals.” –Carolyn Catalano with developmental delays to help them M.S. in Occupational prepare for kindergarten. therapy; Owner, Milestones for Munchkins 50
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firms, newspapers, professional sports teams, multinational corporations, schools, research laboratories, securities traders, political campaigns, law firms, accounting firms, and many other organizations across a wide range of fields.
Misericordia in brief Character Coeducational university offering an education in the Catholic tradition blending quality academics, professional preparation, and service leadership. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy of Dallas, Pennsylvania, in 1924. Academics Thirty-four degree programs offered through three colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Health Sciences, and the College of Professional Studies and Social Sciences. (Descriptions of majors start on page 55.) Minors, concentrations, internships, clinical experiences, study abroad, and other experiences enrich the academic program. Accreditations Middle States Commission on Higher Education; Council on Social Work Education; Pennsylvania Department of Education; Commission on College Nursing Education; Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education; The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology; Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education; Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs; American Speech-Language-Hearing Association; International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education. Students Approximately 2000 undergraduate men and women studying full-time from 11 states and 3 countries. About 1,000 students live on campus. Faculty 123 full-time faculty, 93 percent of whom have a Ph.D. or other highest degree in their field. Student-Faculty Ratio 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The average class has 19 students. Many classes have 9 or fewer students. 54
Student Life More than forty clubs and organizations focusing on the arts, community service, academics, student government, outdoor recreation, and other areas of interest. www.misericordia.edu/studentactivities Campus Housing Resident students live on campus in one of five coed residences, in an on-campus townhouse complex, or several university lower campus houses. Rooms have full access to the Internet and the campus intranet. Wireless “hot spots” exist nearly everywhere around campus. The residence halls offer single, double, and suite-style living arrangements, and include group lounges, kitchens, and laundry facilities. Townhouse apartments accommodate six students, and have three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Athletics Misericordia competes in NCAA Division III in 24 sports for men and women. MU is a member of the Middle Atlantic Corporation’s Freedom Conference: Sports for Men
Sports for Women
Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Indoor Track and Field Lacrosse Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field
Basketball Cheerleading Cross Country Field Hockey Golf Indoor Track and Field Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field Volleyball
Admissions Misericordia welcomes applications from motivated students looking for the opportunity to learn and grow in our close-knit, challenging learning community. There are no admissions deadlines for most majors; applications are received and reviewed on a rolling basis, and students will be admitted until the entering class is full. We base admissions decisions on an applicant’s academic and extracurricular record and his or her scores on either the SAT or ACT examination.
Health Care Management History* Information Technology Mathematics* Medical Imaging Nursing Philosophy Physical Therapy Professional Studies Psychology Social Work Speech-Language Pathology Sport Management
Tuition, Fees, and Other Costs For the current tuition and fees, visit www.misericordia.edu/tuition.
College of Arts and Sciences
Financial Aid Misericordia offers a generous program of need-based and merit-based financial aid, making it possible for families at all income levels to meet the cost of an MU education. Ninety-eight percent of students receive some form of financial aid. Majors Descriptions of major programs follow the list below; for additional information, visit www.misericordia.edu/academics. Accounting Applied Behavioral Science Biochemistry Biology* Business Administration Chemistry* Clinical Laboratory Science Communications Computer Science Education: Early Childhood Middle Level Special Education English* Government, Law and National Security
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Biochemistry Contemporary advances in
scientific understanding routinely emerge from this interdisciplinary field, which explores the complexities of living organisms at a molecular level. The major in bio-chemistry offers excellent preparation for graduate study or for careers in the pharmaceutical, biomedical, and biotechnology industries. Biology Gain a strong background in
various areas of the biological sciences, including botany, microbiology, genetics, anatomy, biochemistry, immunology, and zoology, among others. The major provides a solid foundation for a wide range of careers in science, as well as for professional studies in medicine, veterinary medicine, dentistry, and other fields. Chemistry Knowledge of chemistry is
fundamental to success in many fields of science. Class instruction, laboratory work, and opportunities to conduct research build a strong foundation for graduate work, professional study in medicine and related fields, and careers in science.
Clinical Laboratory Science
Mathematics Mathematics is a cornerstone of
Clinical laboratory science is a degree that culminates in a yearlong clinical experience that leads to a career as a clinical laboratory technician. The program is firmly grounded in study of biology and chemistry, and during their final year students gain hands-on experience in a hospital laboratory. Major affiliate hospitals include Lancaster General Hospital, Robert Packer Hospital, and Williamsport Hospital.
the physical, life, and social sciences, and the methods and techniques of mathematics are vital in research, commerce, government, and other fields that rely on statistical measurement and computation methods. Our broad curriculum engages students in both classical and contemporary areas of mathematics.
Communications A comprehensive
curriculum covers print and broadcast journalism, photojournalism, public relations, audio and video production, film, and other areas to prepare students for careers in one of the most rapidly changing industries. Exceptional facilities for video and audio production support this versatile major. English Study of English hones critical
reading, writing, and thinking skills. English majors choose one of two tracks—the Literature Track or the Professional Writing Track. This flexible major is a springboard to careers in teaching, writing, journalism, law, and any other profession that values strong communication skills. Government, Law and National Security GLNS
is designed to prepare students to enter the expanding national security workforce within both the government and the private sector. Students will achieve an integrated knowledge of political science, legal studies, behavioral science, management, history and national security studies focused on the deterrence, detection, and mitigation of domestic and international threats to the public safety. History By looking critically at events of the past, history majors gain insight into human complexity, develop outstanding communication and critical-thinking skills, and gain a richer perspective and a greater awareness of contemporary issues of national and global importance. 56
Philosophy The philosophy major stresses
critical thinking and clear judgment to offer insight into human complexity and the meaning of life. Courses explore the conceptual foundations of the philosophical tradition and engage students in explorations of such issues as freedom, justice, personal authenticity, and morality. College of Health Sciences Medical Imaging The major blends classroom study with laboratory experiences using modern medical-imaging technologies to prepare students for careers in radiography, sonography, radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and other imaging fields. The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Nursing MU approaches nursing as an art of caring, and nursing education blends the liberal arts and professional studies to prepare students for success in this important, high-demand field. Our graduates are skilled nurse generalists capable of working in a variety of settings. We offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
Occupational Therapy Students gain the skills and knowledge they need to help individuals who may be injured or disabled achieve independence in their lives. This is a five-year program, and students receive both a bachelor’s degree in health science and a professional entry-level master’s degree in occupational therapy, which is required for professional practice. The program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education. A Doctorate in Occupational Therapy and post-master’s certificates are also offered. Physical Therapy The program emphasizes clinical decision-making and development of problem-solving skills to prepare students for careers in physical therapy. The Physical Therapy program is a 61⁄2 year professional program resulting in a bachelor’s degree and a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. Speech-Language Pathology The study
an interdisciplinary social science program that equips graduates with a solid academic foundation to enter careers in the human and social service fields. Students learn about relationships, problem solving, ethics, and conflict resolution. Professions that find this degree useful are first responders, security personnel, as well as penal system personnel and parole officers. Business Administration Students gain
a strong background in business plus an opportunity to tailor their degree to meet their personal and professional interests. Majors may choose a minor in financial services, supply chain management, or management information systems. The curriculum meets the needs of those who plan to go right into their career after graduation. You can add a fifth year of full-time education at MU that will lead to an MBA.
of speech-language pathology prepares students to work in a range of settings assisting children and adults with communication disorders. Our program is rare among speech-language pathology programs in that it accepts students right out of high school into study leading to a professional master’s degree.
Computer Science The curriculum follows
College of Professional Studies
Education Teacher education has been a
and Social Sciences Accounting The accounting major combines courses in the liberal arts with accounting, business, tax law, and other areas to develop critical thinking skills and technical proficiency in accounting, the language of business. Internships with accounting firms and other businesses enrich the classroom experience. You can add a fifth year of full-time education at MU that will lead to an MBA in addition to the BS in Accounting. Our curriculum will satisfy the 150-hour COA requirement enacted by most states. 57
The Applied Behavioral Science major is
recommendations of the Association of Computing Machinery to offer a careerfocused learning experience with a firm foundation in the liberal arts. Students work with the latest computer resources as they prepare for careers in programming, systems analysis, and other computer-related fields. Misericordia strength from the university’s earliest years. Today’s students gain outstanding preparation for teaching careers as they choose from majors in seven areas: early childhood education (K-4), middle level (4-8), and secondary education in biology, chemistry, citizenship, English and mathematics. Special Education is incorporated into the K-4 level, and is an option in the other levels.
Health Care Management
Sport Management The major builds on
Misericordia’s program combines a strong foundation in the study of business with advanced courses that will prepare students to succeed in the modern health care system. This degree is available to those seeking the Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree.
students’ love of sport to prepare them for rewarding careers in the rapidly growing, multimillion dollar sport management industry. Courses in sport law, management science, sport and society, sports marketing, and athletic administration are all part of a flexible curriculum that allows students to tailor the major to suit their professional interests.
Information Technology Students gain
knowledge of the technical aspects of information technology plus experience with business writing, making presentations, and other important skills. Students may choose to specialize in information systems, e-business development, or information technology security. Professional Studies The professional
studies program gives students (typically who have previous college credit) an opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree in a professionally focused field. Students develop individual programs of study in consultation with an advisor. Psychology Students gain understanding of human behavior, cognitive processes, and social interaction through a far-ranging curriculum that includes study of perception, personality, cognition, psychopathology, child and adolescent psychology, research methods, and other areas of psychology. A psychology major is the first step on many career paths, and is also ideal preparation for advanced study in psychology. Social Work A combination of classroom
theory and practical experience working in a social welfare agency gives students excellent preparation for professional practice in social work serving individuals, families, communities, and organizations. The program is accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
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Pre-Professional Specializations Students may choose to pursue pre-professional specializations in pre-medicine, pre-dentistry, pre-optometry, pre-veterinary medicine, or pre-law. For more information, visit www.misericordia.edu/catalog.
Minors, Concentrations, Certificates, and Other Academic Programs Many students combine their major with a minor, concentration, or certification in one or more of dozens of fields. More information is available at www.misericordia.edu/academics.
To learn more, please contact us: Misericordia University Dallas, PA 18612-1090
Admissions Office: 1-570-675-4449 Toll free: 1-866-262-6363 Email: info@misericordia.edu Website: www.misericordia.edu Admissions site: admissions.misericordia.edu
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Directions From the North: Take I-81 south to exit 170B/Wilkes-Barre (Route 309). Take 309 north nine miles to Dallas. When 309 veers right (past the Dallas Shopping Center), go straight onto Route 415. Go ¼ mile to the second stoplight and bear right onto Lake Street. Go ½ mile on Lake Street. The MU entrance arch will be on your right. From the South: Take I-81 north to exit 170B/Wilkes-Barre (Route 309). Take 309 north nine miles to Dallas. When 309 veers right (past the Dallas Shopping Center), go straight onto Route 415. Go ¼ mile to the second stoplight and bear right onto Lake Street. Go ½ mile on Lake Street. The MU entrance arch will be on your right. From the East:
From Route I-84: I-84 west merges into Route 380 west. Follow 380 west for about three miles, and move to left lane. Exit onto I-81 south. From I-81 south, take exit 170B (Route 309) toward WilkesBarre. Take 309 north nine miles to Dallas. When 309 veers right (past the Dallas Shopping Center), go straight onto Route 415. Go ¼ mile to the second stoplight and bear right onto Lake Street. Go ½ mile on Lake Street. The MU entrance arch will be on your right.
From Route 80 west: Take exit 284 (Blakeslee) onto Route 115 north. Follow 115 north for about 20 miles and turn onto Route 309 north. When 309 north veers right (past the Dallas Shopping Center), go straight onto Route 415. Go ¼ mile to the second stoplight and bear right onto Lake Street. Go ½ mile on Lake Street. The MU entrance arch will be on your right. From the West:
From Route I-80 east: Take exit 260 onto I-81 north. Take exit 170 B/Wilkes-Barre (Route 309). Take 309 north nine miles to Dallas. When 309 veers right (past the Dallas Shopping Center), go straight onto Route 415. Go ¼ mile to the second stoplight and bear right onto Lake Street. Go ½ mile on Lake Street. The MU entrance arch will be on your right. From Route 6 east: Follow Route 6 east to Tunkhannock. Take Route 29 south. When 29 south veers to the right, go straight onto Route 309 south. Turn right at the first traffic light in Dallas onto Center Hill Road. At the second stop sign, turn right onto Lake Street. Follow Lake Street to the MU entrance arch on the right.
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Walk through the Misericordia University arch and you step into the best of two worlds. You get a great education that builds a strong foundation for a successful career and a fulfilling life. And you get an education grounded in values,
delivered in a close-knit environment full of good people who care about each other and the world. So come through. Explore all that MU has to offer. And learn to succeed in whatever path you choose.
Misericordia University
Misericordia University Dallas, PA 18612-1090 admissions.misericordia.edu Tel: 1-570-674-6400 Toll free: 1-866-262-6363 Founded by the Sisters of Mercy
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