About Mount Saint Mary’s University
Established in 1925, Mount Saint Mary’s University is nationally recognized for its academic programs and its focus on preparing the next generation of citizen leaders. Starting with the inaugural Class of 1929, MSMU has awarded more than 18,000 degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Its goal is to graduate culturally conscious students who make a positive impact on the world regardless of the graduate’s ethnicity. MSMU is the only Catholic university primarily for women in the Western United States; both graduate and weekend baccalaureate programs for adults are co-ed.
MSMU Online offers undergraduate degrees and graduate programs at all levels. These fully accredited online degree programs are also co-educational. MSMU Online offers in-demand degrees in business management, business accounting, entrepreneurship, liberal arts, health sciences, criminology, gerontology, and more.
Accreditation & Licensing
Mount Saint Mary’s University is accredited by:
WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
Type:
4-year, Private not-for-profitHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
Roman CatholicEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 2,068 ; Graduate: 851Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: 9% ; Graduate: 7%Graduation Rate:
53%Transfer Rate:
34%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$72,379Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$25,949Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
89%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$30,815Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Mount Saint Mary's University is located in California
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- Cal Grant Program: Up to $12,570 annually
- Middle Class Scholarship: Up to 40% of tuition and fees
- Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan: Full tuition coverage
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