{"id":16852,"date":"2023-11-14T10:21:33","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T16:21:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maryville.edu\/mpress\/?p=16852"},"modified":"2023-11-14T10:22:25","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T16:22:25","slug":"maryville-university-is-the-3-fastest-growing-private-university-in-the-nation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maryville.edu\/mpress\/maryville-university-is-the-3-fastest-growing-private-university-in-the-nation\/","title":{"rendered":"Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPP is the #3 Fastest Growing Private University in the Nation"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPcontinues to rank in Top 5 of Fastest Growing Universities Nationwide.<\/em><\/p>\n

\u00a0<\/em>[St. Louis, MO, November 14, 2023]<\/strong> \u2013 Despite widespread reports of enrollment decline in the Midwest and around the country, Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPis the third fastest growing private university in the nation according to the Chronicle of Higher Education. This landmark achievement represents the fifth consecutive year that Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPhas ranked in the top 5 of private University growth.\u00a0 Set against a broader context where, despite a general decline in enrollment nationwide, Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPcontinues to emerge as a leader in long-term growth.<\/p>\n

According to the Chronicle’s “College Growth, 2011-2021” report, while the higher education sector saw enrollment numbers falling in both public and private institutions, Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPP experienced an enrollment surge that far exceeded the 100 percent mark. Out of 217 institutions, Maryville’s significant growth places it in the top three.<\/p>\n

Dr. Mark Lombardi, PhD, President of Maryville, expresses his pride in this achievement: “It is incredibly rewarding to see our university’s innovative active learning and living ecosystem reflected in the choices of students from around the nation.\u00a0 This ranking validates our efforts to provide unparalleled access and opportunity in higher education, ensuring that the upward trend in student success continues unabated.”<\/p>\n

Katherine Louthan, Dean of the School of Adult and Online Education, comments on the growth in digital learning, “The remarkable expansion of our online programs is a cornerstone of Maryville’s growth. We are committed to extending the reach of our educational offerings, making them more accessible and flexible for all learners.”<\/p>\n

Shani Lenore-Jenkins, Vice President of Enrollment, highlights the university’s adaptive strategies by stating, “Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPkeeps a pulse on how students engage with higher learning institutions. Our consistent adaptation to the ever-changing landscape of education has been pivotal to our growth and is integral to our philosophy of putting students first.”<\/p>\n

This accolade is not just a reflection of Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPP’s growth but also an endorsement of its proactive approach to education, which prioritizes inclusivity, innovation, and adaptability. Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPcontinues to demonstrate with the right vision and execution, growth and excellence in higher education are not only possible but can also set new benchmarks for success.<\/p>\n

For more information about Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPP and its programs, please visit www.maryville.edu.<\/p>\n

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Founded in 1872, Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPP is a comprehensive and nationally ranked private institution with an enrollment of 10,000 students. Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPoffers over 90 degrees at the undergraduate, master\u2019s and doctoral levels, as well as several certificates that align with the undergraduate and graduate education levels. Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPis recognized as the second 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 17,000 Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵAPPalumni work and live in the St. Louis region.<\/p>\n

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