Mount Saint Mary's UniversityMount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA · West
- Acceptance rate
- 73.1%
- Cost after aid
- $21,413
- Graduation rate
- 53%
About Mount Saint Mary's University
Mount Saint Mary's University is a very small private university in Los Angeles, CA, in a city setting.
What Mount Saint Mary's University looks for
Mount Saint Mary's University admits the majority of applicants who meet its baseline academic profile. For most students applying here, the work is in writing applications that reflect real fit rather than treating the application as a checklist. Demonstrated interest matters more here than at the most selective schools. Visiting, attending an info session, and asking real questions of admissions all move the needle.
Frequently asked
What is the acceptance rate at Mount Saint Mary's University?
Mount Saint Mary's University admits roughly 73% of applicants. An acceptance rate above 40% means a strong application can land here without high-end stats.
What does Mount Saint Mary's University actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $21,413 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is Mount Saint Mary's University a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat Mount Saint Mary's University as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
