Known for business
Mount St. Mary's University is a private institution in Emmitsburg with particular strength in business and computer science. With an average SAT of 1141, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.8K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
58% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $64,072 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,987.
Established
1808
Motto
Spes Nostra
Mascot
Emmit S. Burg
Type
Private university and seminary
Conference
Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) since 2022–2023
Division
Division II
Campus Visits
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72%Acceptance
1141SAT Avg
1,806Students
12:1Student:Faculty
58%Grad Rate
$64,072Earnings 10yr
$24,987Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate71.9%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1141
Reading & Writing
520660
Math
510620
ACT Score Range
Composite
1923
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$47,240
Room & Board$14,750
Books & Supplies$950
Total Cost of Attendance$62,078
Average Net Price$24,987
Median Debt at Graduation$25,391
Monthly Payment (10yr)$269
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$14,674
$30–48K$18,842
$48–75K$24,088
$75–110K$27,028
$110K+$31,050
Programs (63)
Student Body
Undergrads
1,806
Gender Split
54% / 46%
Women / Men
First Generation
23%
Pell Grant Recipients
27%
Race & Ethnicity
White 50%
Black 22%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 3%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate58.0%
Freshman Retention70.8%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$48,915
8 Years$58,069
10 Years$64,072
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$51,800
Men
$64,900
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Source: Wikipedia