WHAT IF, THERE IS NO WHAT’S NEXT? for now,
WHAT IF,
JUST... NOW. for now,
THERE’S
Purpose in life is a big question—
It’s way more than just a job; way more!
It’s about finding your role. Your place in society. Your place in family. Your place in community. Also, how do you deal with change? Challenge?
THAT’S A HUGE QUESTION.
That’s something you have to learn. What if you’re more than you imagine now?
wha I’m going to become. I need time to become
Here, I can clear my mind. I can focus more, appreciate the environment — It’s waaaay less stressful and super comforting. I could hear myself learning. No, I could hear myself living.
1,658 UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS with on a
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1,400 NCAA DIVISION I ATHLETIC PROGRAMS
ACRE MOUNTAIN CAMPUS
MOUNTAINS
BUILD MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT:
The Mount is here to challenge you academically, to shape your values, and offer spiritual guidance—because lifelong success requires a balanced and happy whole person—all of you!
JOIN A DEVOTED COMMUNITY:
Here, Mountaineers are home—the joy of friendship, of confidence anchored by support, helping one another realize our dreams and ambitions—together!
FIND A SECOND HOME:
The Mount is a sanctuary, a place of safety, inspiration, spirituality, and reflection—connect with nature, classmates, faculty, and yourself.
where and is and is 95% OF THE CLASS OF 2024
WERE EMPLOYED OR ATTENDING GRADUATE SCHOOL WITHIN SIX MONTHS OF GRADUATION
RANKED IN THE TOP 50 BEST VALUE UNIVERSITIES IN THE NORTH U.S. News & World Report
NOTHING LIKE ANY OF THE OTHER SCHOOLS YOU ARE CONSIDERING. LEGIT.
ACADEMIC
• Criminal Justice
Student Association
• Health Professions Club
• Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Association for Computing Machinery
• Education Club
• Model United Nations
FAITH-BASED
• Campus Ministry
• Operation Mato Grosso
• Women’s Fellowship
• Center for Service
CULTURE
• Anime Club
• Esports and Gaming
• Vogue Visionaires (fashion club)
• Monthly cooking classes (sushi, cake decorating)
• PAC Pub (late night eats every night of the week)
• Makers Music Lab
EVENTS
• Annual Fashion Show and Pageant
• Blackout and Glow Rage
Dance Party
• Tiki Party
• Crab Feast
• Block Party
• Noche Latina
• Mount 2000
FINE ARTS
• Makers House Studio
• Mount Chorale
• K-Pop Club
• Mountain Echo
Student Newspaper
• WMTB 89.9 FM Radio
OUTDOOR ADVENTURES
• Zip Line
• Fly Fishing
• Canoeing
• Hiking
70+ CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
African Student Association, Asian Culture Club, Black Student Union, Flute/Percussion/String Ensembles, International Cultural Club, Maryland Student Legislature, Militia Immaculata, Mount Music Society, Mount Student Government Association, Mount Students for Life, Pep Band, Philosophy Club, Student Organization of Latinos, Students of Color in STEM, True Colors, Women in STEM…and more!
OH, THE PLACES YOU’LL grow!
SO, WHY A LIBERAL ARTS
#1. YOU
You know that whole, “You are more than you can imagine,” “I need time to become what I’m going to become” thing? That’s what this is all about. That’s why there’s another name for a Catholic Liberal Arts education: THE HUMANITIES. Because being human is wonderful, amazing, miraculous, and... really, ridiculously, confusingly hard. It’s something you spend a lifetime learning. Think of it as sports for your mind and spirit.
WHY THE MOUNT?
Teachers, coaches, mentors, clerics, staff— everyone here is joyously devoted to the pursuit of the humanities and the cultivation of mind, body, and spirit. It’s how we roll, it’s in the water, and it’s in the air.
CATHOLIC EDUCATION?
#2. EVERYTHING ELSE
We admit it. We don’t really know what’s next. Uncertainty is the only certainty. Ask ANYBODY ANYWHERE ON THE CUTTING EDGE RIGHT NOW what they’re looking for and they’ll tell you: kindness, wisdom, virtue, ethics, and fearlessness.*
And don’t let anybody tell you that these are “soft skills”—the story in every major field is the same: knowing your stuff is not enough anymore. To secure your place in a rapidly changing future you need to cultivate the one thing that can never be replaced—you.
*FOR REAL: Piles of research and interviews with CEOs and other leaders say the same thing, over and over again. Wherever we’re going, we need these human qualities as part of every field and every career.
SO,WHAT’S THIS
“CORE?”
The Core Curriculum is simply the Humanities classes that are threaded throughout your undergraduate experience to infuse these crucial lessons into your chosen course of study. When people say we need a “well-rounded” doctor or day-trader…this is the “well rounded” part!
Accessible and affordable, our life-changing study abroad programs will take you to Greece, Argentina, Italy, Ecuador, Austria, and Dublin, Ireland, thanks to our newest partnership.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS
MAJORS
Accounting, B.S.
Art Certification in Education (P-12) –Fine Arts, B.A.
Art Concentration – Fine Arts, B.A. Biochemistry, B.S.
Biology, B.S.
Business, B.S.
Chemistry, B.S.
Communication, B.A.
Computer Science, B.S.
Creative and Technical Writing Concentration –Communication, B.A. Criminal Justice, B.A.
Cybersecurity, B.S.
Data Science, B.S.
Elementary Education with Options in Special Education and Early Childhood Education, B.S. Economics, B.S.
Elementary Education, B.S. English, B.A.
English Certification in Secondary Education (7-12) – English, B.A. Entrepreneurship, B.S.
Environmental Science, B.S.
In our ESPN Broadcasting Studio you’ll learn to produce broadcasts, operate cameras and edit audio and video for replays as part of an agreement with ESPN to broadcast Mount NCAA Division I sporting events LIVE through ESPN+.
Finance, B.S.
Finance Concentration – Business, B.S.
French, B.A.
French Certification in Education (P-12)
Graphic Design Concentration –Fine Arts, B.A.
Health Sciences, B.S.
History, B.A.
Human Services, B.S.
Instructional Design and Technology, B.A.
Interdisciplinary Studies, B.A. or B.S. Self-designed major
International Business and Economics Concentration – Business, B.S. International Studies, B.A.
Italian Concentration – Foreign Language, B.A.
Journalism and Publishing Concentration –Communication, B.A.
Kinesiology Track – Health Sciences, B.S.
Management Concentration – Business, B.S. Marketing Concentration – Business, B.S. Mathematics, B.S.
Mathematics Certification in Secondary Education (7-12), Mathematics, B.S.
Music Concentration – Fine Arts, B.A.
Neuroscience, B.S.
Philosophy, B.A.
Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE), B.A. Political Science, B.A.
Pre-Nursing Track – Health Sciences, B.S.
Pre-Occupational Therapy Track –Health Sciences, B.S.
Pre-Physical Therapy Track –Health Sciences, B.S.
Psychology, B.S.
Public Relations and Business Communication Concentration – Communication, B.A.
Social Studies – Certification in Secondary Education (7-12)
Social and Cultural Communication Concentration – Communication, B.A.
Sociology, B.A.
Spanish, B.A.
Spanish Certification in Education (P-12), Spanish, B.A.
Special Education and Early Childhood Education, B.S.
Special Education Elementary Education, B.S. Sport Management, B.S.
Theatre Concentration – Fine Arts, B.A. Theology, B.A.
With the acquisition of the first Confocal Microscope among local colleges and universities, the Mount will serve as the regional hub for advanced microscopy research.
Students can begin cutting edge careers in healthcare at our new Blue Peak Center for Applied Behavior Analysis or join our first cohort of Physician Assistants at the Timothy E. Trainor School of Health Professions.
MINORS
Accounting
African and African American Studies
Art
Biology
Business
Business Analytics
Chemistry
Communication
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Criminal Justice
Cyber Criminology
Cybersecurity
Data Science
Economics
Education
English
Entrepreneurship
Environmental Studies
Finance
French
Gender Studies
Global Business
History
Human Services
International Studies
Italian
Latin American Studies
Legal Studies
Management
Marketing
Mathematics
Music
Personal Finance
Philosophy
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology
Spanish
Sport Management
Supply
Chain Management
Theatre
Theology
4 YEARS + 1 GETS YOU A MASTER’S DEGREE IN THESE PROGRAMS
Accounting
Business
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Sport Management
+ MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Health Sciences
+ MASTER OF HEALTH ADMINISTRATION
Biology
Biotechnology
+ MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOTECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business
Economics
Entrepreneurship
Sport Management
+ MASTER OF SCIENCE IN SPORT MANAGEMENT
MISSION: UNSTOPPABLE
FOUR YEAR 360° CAREER MENTORSHIP
Your counselors and advisors are your inner circle. Your cheerleaders. Your support network. Your squad. Their experiences, advice, and encouragement form the foundation of your time at the Mount, from convocation to commencement—and beyond campus.
SYMPOSIUM ADVISOR
In Ancient Greece, a symposium was a time for discussion and a free exchange of ideas after a banquet. At the Mount, it’s how we welcome you to our liberal arts community. Less lecture, all lively conversation—it’s unlike any class you’ve ever had before!
CAREER COUNSELING
Every success story has a beginning. This is yours. The career counseling team is in the business of making dreams come true—that’s why our office is called the Center for Student Success. Professional development and career readiness is woven into the first-year experience— building your future from day one.
PERSONAL COUNSELING
Mental health and happiness are just as important to our community as physical fitness. Wellness is a journey you can continue (or begin) here with our free and confidential supportive services: we are as committed to your personal success as we are to your academic achievements.
STUDY ADVISOR
College isn’t just where you go to learn. It’s where you learn to learn. By January of your first year, you’ll be paired with an advisor in your chosen area of study—your first contact in your professional network—giving you an early edge in preparing for your life and career aspirations.
MOUNTAINEERS DO MORE.
Mountaineers inspire and elevate one another— they secure patents while in school, win Emmy Awards, and even invent the fist-bump. They go on to earn 33% more than their regional peers just eight years after starting college.*
What does that mean for you? It means the opportunity to earn more, give more, experience more and live more. A Mount education empowers you to pursue a life of significance—well beyond the classroom.
*2025 Carnegie Classification Report
THE Play
ATHLETIC TEAMS
ALL NCAA DIVISION I EVENTS FREE TO STUDENTS
75,000 CHEERING MOUNTAINEERS!
345 NCAA DIVISION I GAMES ON CAMPUS YEARLY
134 ALL-AMERICANS
12 OLYMPIANS STUDENT STAFFED ESPN STUDIO
RECREATION & WELLNESS
At the Mount, we take fun very seriously. With club sports, intramurals, outdoor adventures, and more—our Recreation & Wellness division is committed to helping our community stay healthy, active, and connected.
COMPETITIVE CLUB SPORTS
Each of our non-varsity club-level teams is run by a group of student leaders, together with a club advisor and/or coach. Each team’s athletes enjoy a high level of play, while welcoming all experience and skill levels.
Baseball
Equestrian
Field Hockey
Soccer [M/W]
Ultimate Frisbee Volleyball [M/W] …and more!
INTRAMURAL SPORTS
Intramurals provide a fun and accessible way to stay active, relieve stress, and build a sense of community on campus.
Basketball
3v3
5v5
3-point contest
Indoor Soccer
Pickleball
Spikeball Teqball
Volleyball
…and more!
ESPORTS
The Mount is taking competitive gaming to new heights. Established in 2019, the Mount’s esports program includes League of Legends, NBA2K, Overwatch, Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Competitive teams are supported in the same way as traditional student-athletes. Our gaming haven in Purcell Hall also hosts recreational teams, and is open to all students.
MOUNT MODE:
Activated!
At the Mount there’s plenty to do and see—but also plenty of time to just be. Where happiness is an active state—and everyone is actively working toward it. Here, friendships take root early, grow over four years, and last a lifetime. Fill your schedule. Clear your mind. And experience Mount Mode.
Makers House is where students and staff come to hang out and get creative together. Learn to knit, use a band saw, design your own 3D printed piece, and more.
Sit down at Patriot Dining Hall for a homestyle meal, or just grab a slice of pizza and a fresh-baked cookie to go—no judgments.
Refuel at our student-run Saxbys Café in between classes.
TRADITIONS
From the moment you move in, there’s so much to do to get you in the Mount spirit. Start your journey with the New Mountaineers Parade. Gather at the grotto for the FirstYear’s Candle Lighting, and join your class at Convocation. Pay tribute to our Maryland home with a crab feast, then try to sink your opponents in a no-holds-barred canoe battleship tournament. And before you leave for winter break, celebrate four weeks of Christmas with Deck the Mount activities all over campus.
LIVING & HANGING OUT ON CAMPUS
Whether you live in an on-campus cottage, suite-style housing, a residence hall, an apartment, or in one of our Integrated Learning Living communities, you’ll be right at home in no time. And you’ll have plenty of chances to get to know your neighbors at a cookout or block party.
* Students who live on campus have free laundry all four years.
Visit the National Shrine Grotto for a quiet moment of peace and reflection.
ONE REGION.All Seasons.
A place so nice we named our mascot after it. Meet Emmit S. Burg!
Ski double black diamonds. Float, paddle, or raft down the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers. Explore the Appalachian National Scenic Trail. Enjoy year-round outdoor adventures mere miles from museums, art galleries, and premium outlet malls, with neighboring quirky-cool towns like Frederick and Harpers Ferry. WELCOME TO EMMITSBURG, MARYLAND.
MUST-SEE SIGHTS AND SITES
THE NATIONAL SHRINE GROTTO OF OUR LADY OF LOURDES (right here on campus).
THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF SAINT ELIZABETH ANN SETON, the first nativeborn United States citizen to be canonized as a saint.
FREDERICK, MD: Full of funky vintage and specialty shops, art galleries, museums, restaurants, and more. Hike the Appalachian Trail, tour a battlefield, and browse indie bookstore Curious Iguana—all in one day.
HARPERS FERRY, WV: Explore nature and U.S. history side by side. Refuel with retro goodies from True Treats Historic Candy, and take in breathtaking views where West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia meet.
GENUINE ROADSIDE AMERICANA: You don’t need to road-trip down Route 66—just head to Mister Ed’s Elephant Museum to see more than 12,000 pachyderm figurines, circus souvenirs, political paraphernalia, toys and more.
POTATO CHIP PARADISE: Every brand you’ve heard of, plus some you haven’t: Herr’s, Snyders, Martin’s, Goods, Middleswarth. And the UTZ outlet store is only 30 minutes away.
EMMITSBURG ANTIQUE MALL: Score vintage and retro treasures from furniture to fashion at one of the country’s best multidealer antique malls.
THE OUTLET SHOPPES AT GETTYSBURG: For more modern brands, like Adidas, American Eagle, Columbia, Eddie Bauer, Hot Topic, Old Navy, Under Armour, Vera Bradley, Michael Kors, and more.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS
CATOCTIN MOUNTAIN, CUNNINGHAM FALLS AND HARPERS FERRY HIKING TRAILS: Epic views and adventure await among 25 miles of hiking trails, historic log cabins, camping under the stars, and the largest cascading waterfall in Maryland.
MAPLE RUN GOLF COURSE: A favorite of Steven Spielberg and Chevy Chase, Maple Run was also used as a location for the West Wing. The 18 hole, par 72 course features a stark difference in the front vs. the back 9, allowing players to try a wide variety of shots.
THE LINKS AT GETTYSBURG: A truly spectacular course, with water features on almost every hole, and greens fronting red rock cliffs—a rewarding experience every golfer should have.
LIBERTY MOUNTAIN RESORT: A Vail resort open to all Epic passholders, ski double black diamonds just 10 minutes from campus. Or glide down the mountain at the Bubly Tube Park.
ONLY AN HOUR AWAY
HERSHEY, PA: Yes, there’s chocolate everywhere—but there’s also an amusement park, a zoo, sports teams, concerts and shows, dining, shopping, and more just 75 minutes from campus.
BALTIMORE, MD: From vintage shopping to record stores, art and science museums, farmers’ markets, food from around the world, baseball, football, live music, the Inner Harbor, and on and on…there’s always more to do and see in Baltimore.
WASHINGTON, DC: Check out the National Mall and Smithsonian Museums, of course, but don’t sleep on legendary live music venues like the 9:30 Club, The Black Cat, or The Wonderland Ballroom.
ARE YOU MEANT
WE KNOW CONSIDERING AND AFFORDING COLLEGE CAN BE A HUGE CHALLENGE. AND YES, COST IS WHAT YOU PAY—BUT VALUE IS WHAT YOU GET. SO WHAT DO YOU GET AT THE MOUNT?
Lifelong Confidence: Become a Mountaineer—happy, excited, driven, down for the adventure, and up for the climb! Gain an indestructible strength of self and a deep understanding of the world around you—supported by a happy community, your second family.
Game Changing Mentorship: Multiple devoted faculty, staff, coaches, and clergy who take your education super-personally. Your first real network of mentors, friends, and lasting colleagues—a powerful career edge!
A Sanctuary: The beauty of the Mount matters. Becoming yourself, getting a handle on the world, sparking your career, and building treasured relationships is certainly exciting, and should be a ton of fun—but it’s also incredibly hard work. Here you’ll have the time and space to try, experiment, mess up, and find your groove.
FULL TUITION: WHAT’S IN THE “PRICE TAG”
Here’s the most important thing: At the Mount, every single person has access to these benefits and experiences. It’s not just for the ambitious, privileged and connected—it’s for everyone. That is our value—because if you can’t access it, you can’t experience it. And this is what goes into our “price tag”:
• Faculty devoted to personalized undergraduate development
• Sustained, four year, 360° personal attention
• Up-to-date facilities and cutting-edge technology
• Generous support for vibrant student life and activities
• A fully resourced, accessible NCAA Division Ⅰ sports culture
FOR THE MOUNT?
FINANCIAL AID: CAN I AFFORD TO GO TO THE MOUNT?
MORE THAN $60 MILLION IN GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS WERE AWARDED TO MOUNT STUDENTS LAST YEAR.
GET STARTED
Navigating the financial aid process can be overwhelming. Given current uncertainties and disruptions, it can feel impossible.
SO, SIMPLY GET IN TOUCH!
Let’s start with a different question—are you meant for the Mount? If we are what you’re looking for, we’re looking for you!
Our financial aid team is ready to partner with you and your family to make this happen.
99% INCOMING FRESHMEN AWARDED MERIT AID.
ALL STUDENTS ARE AUTOMATICALLY CONSIDERED FOR MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS, RANGING FROM $27,000 TO $35,000 PER YEAR.
RESOURCES & DATES
Want to dive in? Visit the financial aid page on our website for all the latest information, resources, forms, and cost calculators.
Call us at 301-447-5207, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
One of our financial aid counselors will be happy to talk through:
• General information and getting you oriented with the financial aid process
• Where to find—and how to understand—various resources, calculators, and forms
• Navigating dates and milestones
• Information and guidance for general and community college transfer students
(Also, at the Mount, our financial aid support extends across all four years, helping students understand and manage their commitments.)
TAKE EARLY ACTION!
APPLY BY DECEMBER 1.
Apply to the Mount by February 1 for priority financial aid consideration.
File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by MARCH 1. MSMU school code: 002086
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT MSMARY.EDU/FINANCIALAID
MEET US AT THE MOUNT!
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS
“The Mount has equipped me for my post-college life by doing just what its university mission statement says: training me to be an ethical leader. I will live significantly by continuing to follow my passion for teaching and continuing to shine light on the voices of those who go unheard through my research.”
JULIANNA ROMAN, C’23
Majors: Philosophy, Politics & Economics (PPE), French, Spanish
RICHARD J. BOLTE, SR. SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
“My ambition is to take the experience gained from my experiential learning project as a Student CEO and venture into creating business opportunities for women in Ghana.”
BEATRICE AVEGNON AVOSSE, C’25
Majors: Accounting and Business
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
“In my student teaching internship I was able to build relationships with amazing students, learn from an experienced mentor, and have a purpose outside of academics.”
CLAIRE DOLL, C’24
Majors: Secondary Education and English
SCHOOL OF SCIENCE, MATHEMATICS & TECHNOLOGY
“The study abroad trips to Tours, France to study French, and to Morocco to study French and Arabic were two very meaningful experiences that I will never forget. I met so many amazing people on these trips and created memories I will never forget.”
GRAHAM PRESTON, C’24
Majors: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, French and Mathematics
VISIT
In-person visits offer the perfect opportunity to explore our scenic campus, meet current students, and connect with admissions staff. Whether you’re touring campus, attending a class, enjoying a NCAA Division I game, or getting a taste of student life during an overnight visit, you’ll get an inside look at what makes life at the Mount unique. These visits feature a campus tour and an admissions presentation. You will also have the opportunity to customize your visit based on your interests!
APPLY
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Complete your application online at msmary.edu/apply. You can apply using the Mount Application or the Common App.
Have your high school send your high school transcript.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
EARLY ACTION 1: NOVEMBER 1
EARLY ACTION 2: DECEMBER 1
PRIORITY FINANCIAL AID DEADLINE: APPLY BY FEBRUARY 1
Or just call us at 301-447-5214, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. We will be happy to personally walk you and your family through our admissions process and answer any questions you might have.
