ST. LOUIS – Maryville University is thrilled to announce a historic milestone with a 20% increase in its freshman class, marking the largest first-year class ever admitted. Once orientation is complete Maryville will welcome well over 1,000 new students this fall. The university is experiencing near-capacity in campus housing as a result, and plans are underway to finance and add an additional residence hall in the near future.
Maryville reported a nine percent increase in its undergraduate population just in Fall of 2023, documenting consistent growth for over 15 years in a row. The university still remains as one of the top five fastest-growing private universities in the nation, according to the Chronicle of Higher Education.
“We are incredibly excited to welcome such a robust and diverse freshman class to Maryville University,” said Dr. Mark Lombardi, president of Maryville University. “This significant increase reflects our commitment to providing a high-quality, innovative education that attracts students from all backgrounds.” Dr. Lombardi will be retiring from Maryville University at the end of the 2024-2025 school year.
Shani Lenore-Jenkins, vice president of enrollment at Maryville, expressed her enthusiasm for the university’s continued growth. “Even amid the most recent challenges facing higher education including COVID and the tumultuous new FAFSA rollout, Maryville remained steadfast in our commitment and investment in providing students a high-quality academic, digitally innovative, personalized and remarkably engaged college experience. Our enrollment team, alongside the entire Maryville community, has worked determinedly to connect with and assist prospective students and their families throughout their college search journey, and we are proud to see the Maryville University experience resonate with so many new students.”
As Maryville University adjusts to the growing number of students, Raphaella Prange, vice president of student life, emphasized the positive steps being taken to address housing needs. “We are proactively expanding our housing accommodations to ensure that every student feels at home here at Maryville. Our priority is to create a comfortable and enriching living environment that creates a strong sense of belonging and supports our students’ academic and personal development.”
Maryville University remains dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience and fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. The increase in freshman enrollment is a clear indication of the university’s success in these endeavors, and the institution looks forward to welcoming the new class with its distinct brand of five-star service and a personalized student experience.
About Maryville University
Founded in 1872, Maryville University is a comprehensive and nationally ranked private institution with an enrollment of over 9,000 students. Maryville offers over 90 degrees at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels, as well as several certificates that align with the undergraduate and graduate education levels. Maryville is recognized as the third fastest-growing private university in the United States by The Chronicle of Higher Education, serving students from all 50 states and 56 countries. More than 20,000 Maryville alumni work and live in the St. Louis region.