Mount St. Mary's University
Mount St. Mary’s University shapes ethical, purpose-driven leaders through a mission-driven education that cultivates mind, body, and spirit. Located in Emmitsburg, Maryland, the Mount is a private, Catholic, liberal arts university known for mentorship, community, and outcomes. In 2025, it was named one of just 39 U.S. universities in Carnegie’s elite Mixed, Small, Master’s group—and one of only five private schools in Maryland recognized for strong regional diversity. Students pursue 80+ majors within a shared liberal arts core. With D1 athletics, 70+ clubs, and hundreds of events each year, Mountaineers thrive in a close-knit, values-driven community. Learn more at msmary.edu.
Accepts first-year applicationsMid-AtlanticPrivateRuralMedium (2,001 to 14,999)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Design
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Psychology
- Computer Science
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Intramural/Club Sports
- Military/Veteran Services
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Veteran Fee Waiver
- Distance/online learning
Application information
First-year
To be considered for admission, first-year students must complete the admissions application. We also require high school transcripts. Optional materials include an essay/personal statement, a letter of recommendation, and standardized test scores.
Transfer
To be considered for admission, transfer students must complete the admissions application. We also require an official college transcript from all colleges and universities that you have attended. Optional materials include a letter of recommendation from a professor who taught you an academic course during the last two academic years.
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Additional information
Mount St. Mary’s University offers merit scholarships for qualified students. Additionally, need-based financial aid is available for those who apply and qualify. For more information, please visit msmary.edu/financial aid.
Visit us
We offer campus visit opportunities most Mondays through Saturdays. In just 90 minutes, you will receive information tailored to your interests and participate in a student-led tour of our campus.
Want to see what it's like to be a Mountaineer? Spend a day with us and immerse yourself in our unique interactive learning experiences. Whether you're sculpting in our Makers House, joining an outdoor adventure, praying at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, or debating Aristotle’s ideas in our small classroom setting, you'll get an inside look at what makes the Mount exceptional.
Want to see what it's like to be a Mountaineer? Spend a day with us and immerse yourself in our unique interactive learning experiences. Whether you're sculpting in our Makers House, joining an outdoor adventure, praying at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes, or debating Aristotle’s ideas in our small classroom setting, you'll get an inside look at what makes the Mount exceptional.