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2025-2026 Annual Report
Dear Alumni and Friends of Marywood University,
Every year, I am reminded that a university is not built by any one person or any single decision. Marywood is built by a community that believes in what we do and shows up for it. This past year, you showed up in extraordinary ways.
Because of your generosity, students began their studies with scholarship support that made their education possible. Faculty launched research that asks bold questions and finding answers that matter far beyond our campus. Classrooms, labs, and gathering spaces were renewed so that learning here can be as ambitious as the people who pursue it. These stories are your legacy, and I hope you see yourselves in them.
When I weigh a major decision at Marywood, I return to a single question: “Will this help our students?” Higher education is full of change right now, and any change that can’t answer “yes” to that one question is not progress. The changes that help our students are the only ones worth making. They are why a student finishes in four years instead of five, why a graduate walks across the stage with a diploma and a manageable financial balance instead of a burden, and why a Marywood degree continues to hold its value in a world that keeps rewriting the rules.
I am proud of what we accomplished together, but I am even more energized by what lies ahead. In the coming year, we will continue to expand access and affordability, strengthen our academic programs, renovate the Center for Natural and Health Sciences, and invest in the student experience. These priorities are ambitious, and they can only be realized with your continued partnership. Philanthropy is what turns aspiration into achievement and allows us to lead rather than follow.
On behalf of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni, thank you for your belief in Marywood and for the trust you place in us. I invite you to continue this journey with us, because our best chapters are still ahead, and we will write them together.
With deep gratitude,
Lisa A. Lori, J.D.
President
Revenues & Other Additions
| Source of Revenue | Revenue Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $99,693,586 |
| Scholarships | ($45,606,963) |
| Net Tuition and Fees | $54,086,650 |
| Government Grants | $2,157,088 |
| Privates Gifts and Grants | $8,385,916 |
| Endowment/Investment Income | $5,714,084 |
| Auxiliary Enterprises | $14,393,300 |
| Other Income | $1,078,112 |
| Total Revenue and Other Additions | $85,815,150 |
Expenditures & Other Deductions
| Source of Expenditure | Expenditure Amount |
|---|---|
| Instruction and Research | $30,665,391 |
| Academic Support | $6,836,951 |
| Student Services | $12,535,903 |
| Institutional Support | $17,200,452 |
| Auxiliary Enterprises | $11,297,852 |
| Total Expenditures and Other Deductions | $78,536,549 |
| Change in Net Assets | $13,326,832 |
| Net Assets Beginning of Year | $161,987,792 |
| Net Assets End of Year | $175,314,624 |
Annual Report 2025-2026
University and Program Distinctions
Marywood University was recognized in September 2025 as one of the most affordable institutions in Pennsylvania for 2024–2025 by AffordableDegreeGuide.org. The University ranked #23 for bachelor’s degree programs and #13 for master’s degree programs in the state.
Marywood University offered the “Best Value” among Northeast Pennsylvania universities, according to the 2026 U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges ranking. Moving up four places to #14 on the Regional Universities (North) rankings for “Best Value,” Marywood continues to demonstrate its exceptional affordability and academic excellence as the top regional four-year private university included in this category.
Marywood University’s Class of 2025 nursing program achieved a perfect 100 percent pass rate on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX), well exceeding the year-to-date national average of 87 percent for first-time U.S.-educated nursing candidates.
Marywood University’s Physician Assistant Program achieved an overall perfect pass rate on the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE), the national certifying examination given to graduating physician assistants.
Marywood University’s School of Architecture (MUSOA)—the largest undergraduate school of architecture in Pennsylvania—was selected for the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Pennsylvania’s 2025 Social Impact Award, a prestigious honor recognizing the School’s longstanding commitment to community-centered design.
Marywood University has earned reaffirmation of its accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), a significant recognition of the University's academic excellence, institutional effectiveness, student-centered mission, and commitment to continuous improvement. The Commission's action, taken on June 25, 2026, follows an extensive three-year institutional self-study and a comprehensive campus evaluation conducted by a peer review team from March 22–25, 2026.
New Florence Campus and School of Communication
In April 2026, Marywood University signed a lease for a new property in Florence. The new location will support immersive international learning opportunities for students, with a focus on architecture and additional academic programs.
In June 2026, Marywood announced the creation of its new School of Communication, an interdisciplinary academic home that brings together Theatre, Multimedia Communication, Film, Music Production, Digital Storytelling, Podcasting, Broadcasting, Journalism and related creative disciplines into one collaborative environment designed for the future. This new academic home is designed to prepare students for today’s rapidly evolving creative industries.
Community-Focused Events and Outreach
In March 2026, faculty and students from Marywood University came together to provide a meal and a prayer message at Keystone Mission in Scranton, offering support and reflection as the community began Holy Week. The gathering was a meaningful opportunity to serve others while sharing in a message of hope and compassion.
Marywood University announced the successful completion of LIGHTING UP SCRANTON 2025, a public art initiative made possible in part through a $5,000 grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation’s 2025 Spring Community Needs Grant Cycle. The project brought two large-scale 3D projection art installations to the exterior of Marywood University’s Liberal Arts Center Rotunda, transforming the campus landmark into a vibrant public canvas.
Benefactor Events
"Night at the Museum" Presidential Society Dinner on Friday, October 24, 2025 reminded us that creativity, reflection, and connection are at the heart of a Marywood education.
Marywood University announced five endowed scholarships and two annual scholarships at the 2026 Scholarship Luncheon. The annual luncheon brought together students, donors, and esteemed guests to celebrate the impact of scholarships and express heartfelt appreciation for the donors who make scholarships possible.
Celebrate Marywood 2026 in May, was a resounding success, bringing together alumni, friends, and community members for an unforgettable evening on campus. Held in the Motherhouse and Seminary Morgan Memorial Garden, the event honored Virginia Doherty McGregor and Father Thomas M. Muldowney while raising more than $466,000+ in support of Ignite the Light for Science and the future transformation of the Center for Natural & Health Sciences.
Events and News on Campus
We had an incredible time celebrating Alumni Weekend in September 2025! The festivities included honoring the Class of 1975 as they were inducted into the Sister M. Cuthbert Donovan, IHM Society, and recognizing our Alumni Award winners at the All Class Welcome Back Dinner—capping off a memorable weekend of connection, celebration, and Pacer pride.
Marywood University alumnus Mike Joyce '17, right, the head strength and conditioning coach for the 2024 and 2025 Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers, and Marywood President Lisa Lori hold the Stanley Cup trophy at the O’Neill Center for Healthy Families at Marywood.
Marywood University and the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport (AASTMT) in Egypt announced an expansion of their successful dual-degree partnership in business—and now well beyond.
Marywood University partnered with regional Intermediate Units and school districts to help paraprofessionals earn undergraduate or graduate Special Education degrees—part-time, fully online, and at a discounted rate.
In June 2026, the Middle Atlantic Conference Presidents formally announced that Marywood University would join the MAC as its 18th member institution, effective with the 2026–27 academic year. This strategic expansion further solidified the MAC’s commitment to fostering a robust and competitive NCAA Division III landscape for student-athletes across the region.
Student and Faculty Achievements
Architecture student Joseph M. Brown received the 2025 AIA Pennsylvania Student Excellence Award, recognizing his outstanding academic achievement and professional promise in the field of architecture. He credits his success to the guidance of faculty at Marywood and Northampton Community College, as well as professional experience at Daniel Ebner Architects Inc.
Marywood University representatives visited Medellín and Bogotá, Colombia, to expand Marywood’s global initiatives and explore program development and recruitment in the country. Representatives included Former assistant dean of global initiatives & programs, Jessica A. Quintana Hess, and Chris Speicher, Ph.D., associate professor of business.
Marywood University was proud to celebrate the ribbon-cutting of Main Street Marywood, a transformative new hub at the heart of campus, in September 2025. The celebration also included the unveiling of a new bronze Pacer statue, the University’s iconic mascot, and the introduction of the new location of the University’s award-winning, student-run radio station, WVMW 91.7 (VMFM), in the Learning Commons.
Marywood University congratulates Christina Hitchcock, whose book The Super Easy Teen Cookbook ranked #3 on The New York Times Best Seller list for Young Adult Paperback in December 2025.