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Mount Aloysius College

Cresson, Pennsylvania 16630-1999

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Mount Aloysius College is a private institution in Cresson with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1034, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,165 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $20,748.

Established
1853
Mascot
Mac the Mountie
Type
Private
Division
Division III

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90%Acceptance
1034SAT Avg
1,123Students
12:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$46,165Earnings 10yr
$20,748Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Mount Aloysius College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate90.4%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1034

Reading & Writing
445540
Math
455565

ACT Score Range

Composite
1524

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

90.4%

Trend

SAT Avg

1034

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$26,156
Room & Board$12,194
Books & Supplies$2,500
Total Cost of Attendance$38,533
Average Net Price$20,748
Median Debt at Graduation$24,287
Monthly Payment (10yr)$257

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$17,100
$30–48K$16,577
$48–75K$18,440
$75–110K$23,150
$110K+$25,501

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

67.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$16,980

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (44)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

71%

Negative
  • •71% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,123
Gender Split
72% / 28%
Women / Men
First Generation
42%
Pell Grant Recipients
16%

Race & Ethnicity

White 74%
Black 4%
Hispanic 1%
Asian 1%
Int'l 7%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate55.6%
Freshman Retention71.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,211
10 Years$46,165

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — Mounties and

Softball

History & Fun Facts

  • •History Mount Aloysius College was founded in 1853 by a small community of sisters from the Sisters of Mercy.
  • •In 1897, the academy moved to its present location in Cresson.
  • •" In 2000, the college's charter was amended again to include master's degrees.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PIT Pittsburgh86 mi
MDT Harrisburg99 mi
ABE Lehigh Valley166 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA412 mi · ~11h 54m drive
New York, NY242 mi · ~6h 59m drive
Hartford, CT321 mi · ~9h 16m drive
Providence, RI386 mi · ~11h 9m drive
Albany, NY293 mi · ~8h 28m drive
Syracuse, NY219 mi · ~6h 20m drive
Rochester, NY193 mi · ~5h 35m drive
Buffalo, NY168 mi · ~4h 51m drive
Philadelphia, PA185 mi · ~5h 21m drive
Pittsburgh, PA73 mi · ~2h 7m drive
Harrisburg, PA91 mi · ~2h 38m drive
Newark, NJ233 mi · ~6h 44m drive
Trenton, NJ204 mi · ~5h 54m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Pittsburgh (PIT)86 miles
Rental car
129 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
172 min$103-172
Harrisburg (MDT)99 miles
Rental car
149 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
198 min$119-198

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