Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003304
- Phone: (814) 886-4131
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
66.24%FINANCIAL AID RATE
91%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
10:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$26,958Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Muhlenberg College
7373 Admiral Peary Hwy, Cresson, PA
Muhlenberg College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Allentown, PA, which is a predominantly urban area. The Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over 2,500 students enroll at Muhlenberg College per year.
A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Communications And Journalism
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Visual And Performing Arts
- History
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The most common test scores among applicants admitted to Muhlenberg College are within the range of 25 - 31 on the ACT, or 1680 - 2030 on the SAT. Approximately 40% of all applicant were admitted at Muhlenberg College, with 28% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at muhlenberg.edu.
Tuition is approximately $44,000 annually, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students may visit the school's net price calculator to determine cost. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is about $5,700. Students attending this school may qualify for aid which is typically grants and loans.
The Muhlenberg College "Mules" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available sports offered:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
- Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
Students who would like to view more about this school can visit their website at http://www.muhlenberg.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates Muhlenberg College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Muhlenberg College has a total student population of about 2,300. The student body is made up of 100% undergraduate students and 23% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $59,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,600 to $1,900 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 91% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 88% | $28,632 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 55% | $8,848 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Muhlenberg College may provide services to students like:- Online classes
- Weekend and night classes available
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Muhlenberg College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Centennial Conference)
- Basketball (Centennial Conference)
- Track and Field (Centennial Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (Centennial Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Muhlenberg College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Neuroscience (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Social Sciences
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- International Relations (B)
- Sociology (B)
- Anthropology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B)
- Dance (B)
- Music (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Art History (B)
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- Cedar Crest College in Pittsburgh, PA (0.8 miles away)
- Lehigh University in Wyomissing, PA (7 miles away)
- Lafayette College in Scranton, PA (17 miles away)
- Albright College in Philadelphia, PA (27 miles away)
- Ursinus College in Ambridge, PA (28 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003304
- Phone: (814) 886-4131
- School Homepage