RMU is an excellent, medium-sized school that is constantly growing and improving. The University really cares about its students, and wants to listen to your feedback. While it does have a handful of commuters, there are always opportunities to make friends and participate in activities.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Apply, even if you're on the fence. It's a free and simple application, and you never know what kinds of scholarships you may get. Visit to see if you can truly picture yourself on campus! You'll never get that feeling just by reading about RMU or looking at pictures. You need to come here and see what we have to offer! If you can, talk to a professor in your school of interest, since they are very knowledgable and give you a lot of guidance about if RMU's program is right for you.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The University offers lower level and accelerated courses, on top of its regular courses. I'm in the honors program, and I feel like the course load challenges me enough without being overwhelming. I really appreciate the care that the department heads take in designing the curriculum for every course! However, the school places a lot of emphasis on online access codes. They aren't always needed, and they can get a little pricey.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
The dorms are a pretty nice size, and come with all of the furniture you would need. The brick walls are really nice sound barriers, so you have privacy and don't have to worry about hearing your neighbors! The maintenance team is always prompt with repairs, and you can do a ton to make your space feel more like home. Some of the buildings are better than others, but they're all livable!
If you're into the party scene, you may have to do some searching, but you will find out where the parties are. If you're not, don't worry! You will find a group of people you can hang out with on the weekends. Contrary to popular belief, most people DO NOT go home every weekend. There are always people hanging around campus, and there are numerous events each week. If you're interested, you can explore downtown Pittsburgh, or go to the Island Sports Center for ice skating, mini golf, and bowling. There's also a shuttle to the Robinson Mall that runs every other weekend! You can either shop, or take the Port Authority buses to Pitt's campus.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
RMU is constantly improving. The fees aren't too high for the changes they make each year! There are always so many free events (carnivals, fireworks, dances, sporting events). You will always have access to technology like computers, printers, and copiers. RMU even offers free tutoring, health, and counseling centers. They're known as a less expensive private university, yet they still offer their students more than enough!
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Bronze Bob is a recent addition at the University. You, too, can sit with this stunning statue of the great Robert Morris on any given day! People love to take pictures with him and post them on social media using (#BronzeBob).
Which types of students will excel at your college?
RMU is really great for any type of student. From International students, to the honors kids, to Greek Life, to the athletes, every type of person you can imagine is represented on campus.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
There is already so much to do on campus, and new activities pop up all the time. In fact, it's incredibly easy to start your own club AND get funding from the school. If we don't have what you're looking for, you can make it happen with just a little bit of effort.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Greek life is pretty prominent on campus, and they truly rise above all stereotypes. People in fraternities and sororities are incredibly kind and welcoming.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
RMU has its own police force, and they do a great job patrolling and responding to the very few incidents that do happen. I feel completely safe walking around campus at night.
RMU is an excellent, medium-sized school that is constantly growing and improving. The University really cares about its students, and wants to listen to your feedback. While it does have a handful of commuters, there are always opportunities to make friends and participate in activities.
Apply, even if you're on the fence. It's a free and simple application, and you never know what kinds of scholarships you may get. Visit to see if you can truly picture yourself on campus! You'll never get that feeling just by reading about RMU or looking at pictures. You need to come here and see what we have to offer! If you can, talk to a professor in your school of interest, since they are very knowledgable and give you a lot of guidance about if RMU's program is right for you.
The University offers lower level and accelerated courses, on top of its regular courses. I'm in the honors program, and I feel like the course load challenges me enough without being overwhelming. I really appreciate the care that the department heads take in designing the curriculum for every course! However, the school places a lot of emphasis on online access codes. They aren't always needed, and they can get a little pricey.
The dorms are a pretty nice size, and come with all of the furniture you would need. The brick walls are really nice sound barriers, so you have privacy and don't have to worry about hearing your neighbors! The maintenance team is always prompt with repairs, and you can do a ton to make your space feel more like home. Some of the buildings are better than others, but they're all livable!
Food is RMU's greatest weakness. There are four different places to get food: the PNC Colonial Café, RoMo's, Yorktown, and Wheatley. The Caf has a lot of different stations that range from decent to excellent. There are some good, healthy options that are new this year! RoMo's is a standard sub shop/convenience store. The sandwiches and salads are good, and there are nice to-go options. Yorktown is rough. The food is pretty expensive and greasy. Wheatley has nice specials, but is only open during the week. Weekend hours for dining aren't the best, especially if you stay on campus. It can be easy to get tired of, as well. Overall, the food is good enough, but certainly could be improved.
If you're into the party scene, you may have to do some searching, but you will find out where the parties are. If you're not, don't worry! You will find a group of people you can hang out with on the weekends. Contrary to popular belief, most people DO NOT go home every weekend. There are always people hanging around campus, and there are numerous events each week. If you're interested, you can explore downtown Pittsburgh, or go to the Island Sports Center for ice skating, mini golf, and bowling. There's also a shuttle to the Robinson Mall that runs every other weekend! You can either shop, or take the Port Authority buses to Pitt's campus.
RMU is constantly improving. The fees aren't too high for the changes they make each year! There are always so many free events (carnivals, fireworks, dances, sporting events). You will always have access to technology like computers, printers, and copiers. RMU even offers free tutoring, health, and counseling centers. They're known as a less expensive private university, yet they still offer their students more than enough!
Bronze Bob is a recent addition at the University. You, too, can sit with this stunning statue of the great Robert Morris on any given day! People love to take pictures with him and post them on social media using (#BronzeBob).
RMU is really great for any type of student. From International students, to the honors kids, to Greek Life, to the athletes, every type of person you can imagine is represented on campus.
There is already so much to do on campus, and new activities pop up all the time. In fact, it's incredibly easy to start your own club AND get funding from the school. If we don't have what you're looking for, you can make it happen with just a little bit of effort.
Greek life is pretty prominent on campus, and they truly rise above all stereotypes. People in fraternities and sororities are incredibly kind and welcoming.
RMU has its own police force, and they do a great job patrolling and responding to the very few incidents that do happen. I feel completely safe walking around campus at night.