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Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Eric Danielson
Director of Admissions
Director of Admissions
Address
Office of Admissions
16300 Old Emmitsburg Road
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
16300 Old Emmitsburg Road
Emmitsburg, MD 21727
Phone
301-447-5214
Email
admissions@msmary.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
McGowan Student Center - Patriot Hall
Knott Athletic Recreation Convocation Complex
Knott Academic Center
Phillips Library
National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes
Knott Athletic Recreation Convocation Complex
Knott Academic Center
Phillips Library
National Shrine Grotto of Lourdes
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Seton Shrine - Emmitsburg, MD
Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, PA
Ski Liberty-Carroll Valley, PA
Cunningham Falls State Park, Thurmont, MD
Catoctin Mountain Park, Thurmont, MD
Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, PA
Ski Liberty-Carroll Valley, PA
Cunningham Falls State Park, Thurmont, MD
Catoctin Mountain Park, Thurmont, MD
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Varies
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@msmary.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
H.S. Seniors
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Closest airport is the Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)
Driving Instructions to Campus
The Mount St. Mary's University campus is located directly on US Route 15 (a major highway going north and south). Route 15 intersects the Pennsylvania Turnpike I-76 south of Harrisburg, PA, and I-70 and I-270 in Frederick, MD. Maryland State Route 140 intersects US Route 15 just 2 miles north of campus.
Local Accommodations
Please call the Mount St. Mary's University, Office of Admissions for detailed information about local lodging. (800-448-4347).
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 4,346
Acceptance Rate: 80%
Average HS GPA: 3.49
GPA Breakdown
25%
4.0
17%
3.75 - 3.99
14%
3.50 - 3.74
10%
3.25 - 3.49
14%
3.00 - 3.24
14%
2.50 - 2.99
7%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
520 - 640
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
520 - 610
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1050 - 1160
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
19 - 25
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Early Action — December 1
Regular — March 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
:1
Total Faculty
with Terminal Degree
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biochemistry.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business/Commerce, General.
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
Information Resources Management.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance.
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EDUCATION.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Social Science Teacher Education.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Family and Community Services.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Research and Experimental Psychology, Other.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Criminology.
Economics, General.
International Relations and Affairs.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Theology/Theological Studies.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Ken Aymong
Supervising Producer, Saturday Night Live (SNL)
Karen Dahut
Exec Vice President, Booz Allen Hamilton
John D. Idol
Chairman and CEO, Michael Kors, New York
Dr. William Magee
Founder, Operation Smile
Michael Rice
Owner, UTZ Snacks
Heath Tarbert
Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for International Markets and Investment Policy
Tamika Tremaglio
Greater Washington Managing Principal, Deloitte Financial Advisory Services
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 20
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$33,982
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$32,425
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,845
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
82%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$38,089
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$45,660
Required Fees
$1,580
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$950
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$1,350
Transportation for Commuters
$1,600
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
1,896
Foreign Countries Represented
37
Demographics
2.80%
Asian
18.97%
Black
13.98%
Hispanic
53.73%
Caucasian
1.26%
Unknown
3.95%
International
53% female
47% male
43% are out of state
93% are full time
7% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
72%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
92%
Campus Environment
Rural
98/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Extended test time
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
70
Number of Honor Societies
15
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
9
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
21% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Mountaineers)
11 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Mountaineers)
13 Sports
Basketball
Bowling
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Bowling
Cross Country
Diving
Golf
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Student Services
Sustainability
81/99
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
No
Public GHG inventory plan
No
% food budget spent on local/organic food
14%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
No
Car Sharing Program
No
Incentives Or Programs To Encourage Employees To Live Close To Campus
No
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
No
School Developed Bicycle Plan
No
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
