Marshall University, USA

Marshall University, USA Introduction

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Founded in 1837, Marshall University is a public research university in West Virginia, United States. The university was initially established as Marshall Academy and became Marshall College in 1858. In 1961, it attained university status. The main campus of Marshall University is located in downtown Huntington. The other campuses are situated in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. 

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

The total number of students studying at Marshall University is more than 13000. The  number of international students at Marshall University is more than 500 who come from across 60 countries. The university offers classroom programmes in small sizes. The ratio of undergraduate students and Faculty is 19 to 1. The average number of students studying in a class is 21. Undergraduate courses offered at Marshall University are more than 70 and  postgraduate courses offered at Marshall University are more than 50. 

Accomplishments & Alumni

According to U.S. News & World Report, Marshall University is at number 14th among the top public schools in the south of the nation. The university follows the core values of John Marshall who believed in independence, initiative, achievement, ethical integrity, and commitment to community through association and service. The vision of Marshall University is to inspire learning and creativity. It aims at igniting the minds, nurturing the spirit and creating a better future.