Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Moon Township, Pennsylvania |
| Online | rmu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Robert Morris University occupies a suburban 230-acre campus in Moon Township, Pennsylvania, located approximately 20 miles northwest of downtown Pittsburgh. The institution, which began as a school of accountancy in 1921, evolved into a full university in 2002 and maintains strong ties to its business education roots. The campus features modern academic buildings and residential facilities, with most undergraduate students living in campus housing during their first two years. RMU is known for its programs in business, nursing, engineering, and cybersecurity, with the School of Business maintaining AACSB accreditation. The university competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Colonials, participating in the Horizon League, with ice hockey being a particularly prominent sport competing in Atlantic Hockey.
Ratings
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Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Robert Morris University is rated within the top 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Robert Morris University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#564 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#387 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#49 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#43 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#486 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#45 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1040/1230 |
| ACT | 24/28 |
| GPA | 3.57 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,580 |
| Room and Board | $12,930 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,404 |
| Total One Year Cost | $53,274 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 55% |
| Health Professions | 9% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 5% |
| Education | 5% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025