Overview
Enrollment
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| Location | Los Angeles, California |
| Online | la.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Mount Saint Mary's University, located in Los Angeles, California, operates from two primary campuses: the historic Chalon campus in the Santa Monica Mountains and the Doheny campus near downtown Los Angeles. The Chalon campus, established in 1925 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, features Mediterranean-style architecture and panoramic views of the city. This private Catholic women's college at the undergraduate level (while accepting all genders for graduate programs) emphasizes liberal arts education with notable programs in nursing, education, and film/media studies. The university maintains a selective admissions process and provides traditional dormitory housing at both campus locations, with the majority of first-year students residing at the Chalon campus.
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Mount St. Mary's College is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Mount St. Mary's College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#493 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#346 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#36 in Best Colleges in California
#26 in Best Private Colleges in California
#363 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#27 in Best Value Colleges in California
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 900/1110 |
| ACT | 18/23 |
| GPA | 3.59 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,434 |
| Other Fees | $1,406 |
| Room and Board | $14,154 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $6,970 |
| Total One Year Cost | $71,690 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 49% |
| Social Sciences | 16% |
| Business | 10% |
| Psychology | 8% |
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025