Mount St. Joseph University
Mount St. Joe
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233-1670
Data last updated: May 29, 2026
Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
Mount St. Joseph University is a private institution in Cincinnati with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1068, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,509 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,135.
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SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1068
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
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
46.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.6%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$18,837
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
8
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
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Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
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Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
76%
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Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Lions
History & Fun Facts
- •Joseph University was established by the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, Ohio, a religious congregation that traces its roots to Elizabeth Ann Seton, North America's first canonized saint.
- •The first Sisters of Charity arrived in Cincinnati from Maryland in 1829 and opened St.
- •In 1920, the Ohio Department of Education granted formal approval for a college curriculum.
Source: Wikipedia
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Estimated from OH state average + suburban adjustment
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