GET READY TO CLIMB HIGHER
CINCINNATI, OHIO
REACH YOUR PEAK POTENTIAL
VALERIA
OBREGON GUILLERMO ’23
MAJOR: Financial Economics
HOMETOWN: McAllen, TX
WHY DID YOU CHOOSE
THE MOUNT: “One of the main reasons why I chose the Mount, is because it gave me the most competitive scholarship for my GPA, compared to other universities.”
WHERE ARE YOU HEADED?
Where would you like to go?
Up, right? That’s why you’re going to college in the first place; to raise your prospects, to pursue a passion, to take your skills and talents to the next level, and to attain a goal to succeed personally and professionally. Here at Mount St. Joseph University®, you’ll find endless opportunities and more than enough inspiration to climb higher, than you ever thought possible. Because the Mount is all about helping you Reach Your Peak Potential—your key to creating a better world.
Come to the Mount and you’ll do more than earn a college degree—lots more. You’ll have life-changing experiences, make new friendships, explore passions that inspire you to make a difference, and discover what you’re meant to do.
LAVELLE PAUL current junior
MAJOR: Communication & New Media Studies with a second major in Computer Science: Social Computing HOMETOWN: Euclid, OH
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO SOMEONE LOOKING TO TRANSFER TO THE MOUNT “A piece of advice I would give to someone looking to transfer to the Mount, is to be open to all help and don't be scared to ask questions. Also, try to join as many organizations as possible—it really helps you adapt and be a part of the Mount Community.”
How will that happen? The Mount believes in empowering students to become capable, compassionate, critical thinkers and to apply that invaluable ability to improving our shared world. This has been a core principle of the Mount since we were founded by the Sisters of Charity over 100 years ago. It’s responsible for our closeknit community, rooted in academic excellence. Our community believes in the integration of life and learning—one that values respect and concern for all persons, cultures, and beliefs—and that’s of service to others. It’s by instilling qualities like these that the Mount not only endures but thrives, creating opportunities for our graduates to succeed—whether their aspirations are local, national, or global.
Simply put, at Mount St. Joseph University, we think you’ll find the ideal college experience filled with transformative learning, lifelong connections, personal fulfillment, and career opportunity. This is where “up” begins.
95.9%
2023 CAREER OUTCOMES RATE
95.9% of 2023 MSJ graduates were successfully employed, enrolled in graduate studies, or volunteering within six months of graduation.
The knowledge rate for this survey was 81.7%.
With a wide variety of academic programs to choose from, how will you make your impact on the world? Check out our most current offerings at www.msj.edu/academics.
SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Art Education
Behavioral Science‡†
Biochemistry
Biology*
Biomedical Sciences
Chemistry*
Computer Science
- Application Development
- Social Computing**
Criminology*
Fine Arts
Graphic Design*
Liberal Arts‡ †
- English
- History
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Theatre
Music*
Music Education
Natural Sciences
Psychology*
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS & COMMUNICATION
Accounting
Communication & New Media Studies*◊
- Communication Design
- Communication Leadership
- Health Communication
- Sports Communication
- Strategic Communication
Financial Economics
Management & Leadership†
Marketing
Sport Management*
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
Educational Studies*‡
- Curriculum & Instruction
- Education & Engagement
Middle Childhood
Education
Multi-age Education
Primary Grades (P-Grade 5)
Primary Grades (P-Grade 5)/
Special Ed (K-12) Dual
Secondary Education
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science
-
Social Studies
Special Education (K-12)
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Health and Exercise Science
- Clinical Exercise
- Sport Performance & Active Aging
Nursing
Social Work ‡
Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
ADDITIONAL MINORS
Addictions Studies
American Studies
Art
Art History
Business Administration
Computer Science
Creative Writing
Data Science
English
Ethics (Interdisciplinary)
Exercise Science and Fitness
Forensic Science
Gerontology
History
Mathematics
Nonprofit Management
Philosophy
Photography
Religious Studies
Sociology
Socio-Psychology
Sustainability Studies
Victim Studies
Web & Mobile App Development
PRE-PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Pre-Athletic Training
Pre-Audiology
Pre-Behavioral & Mental Health
Pre-Chiropractic
Pre-Dentistry
Pre-Law
Pre-Medicine§
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Physician Assistant
Pre-Podiatry
Pre-Public Health
Pre-Speech Language Pathology
Pre-Veterinary Science
LICENSURES
Adolescent to Young Adult Education
- Life Sciences
- Physical Sciences: Chemistry
- Integrated Language Arts
- Integrated Mathematics
- Integrated Science
- Integrated Social Studies
Computer Science (K-12)
Intervention Specialist
- Mild to Moderate (K-12)
- Moderate to Intense (K-12)
Middle Childhood
Education
Multi-Age Education
- Art
- Music
Primary (P -Grade 5)
3+ DUAL DEGREES
Athletic Training
- University of Cincinnati (3+2)
- Xavier University (3+2)
Business Administration at the Mount (4+1)
Chemical Engineering with Miami University (4+2)
Law
- NKU Chase (3+3)
- University of Cincinnati (3+3)
- University of Dayton (3+)
- University of St. Thomas, MN (3+3)
Speech-Language Pathology at the Mount (3+2)
GRADUATE DEGREES
Business Administration
Education
Nursing
Organizational Leadership
Physical Therapy
Physician Assistant Studies
Reading Science
Speech-Language Pathology
* Minors also available
** Only available as a double major
‡ Evening, weekend, and online course options
† Fully online option available
§ Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine Articulation
◊ Associate degree also available
AN
EDUCATION
EDUCATION
CAM YORK ’24
MAJOR: Dual Licensure in Primary and Special Education
HOMETOWN: Knoxville, TN
FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE MOUNT:
“I want to become a teacher because I want to become the change that I want to see in the world. I will be the person that changes the world one child at a time. I will become these things because of the support and education I have received at the Mount.”
CHAMPION ATHLETES &
The Mount boasts its state-of-the-art facilities headlined by the brand-new Centennial Field House, open to all students and community members. Inside, you’ll find several indoor practice areas for MSJ athletic teams, the only indoor NCAA regulation-size track in the Cincinnati region, and The Austin E. Knowlton Fitness Center. In the Harrington Center, you’ll find a 2,400-seat gymnasium for basketball, wrestling, and volleyball. Walk to the east side of campus, and you’ll find the Sports Complex and Schueler Field, a hallmark of the Mount where we welcome our community sports fans. Finally, our Mount St. Joseph Softball Complex down the road proudly hosts home softball games for our championship-winning team. UNLEASH YOUR INNER LION
CHAMPION FACILITIES
JOSH TAYLOR ’23
MAJOR:
Secondary Education & Liberal Arts
HOMETOWN:
Mt. Orab, OH
ADVICE FOR INCOMING STUDENTS:
“Be where your feet are and really build relationships and friendships. Those are the things that get you through the hard times, and they also make the good times a whole lot better as well.”
Come here, compete here. We are the NCAA D-III University in Greater Cincinnati, with 20 D-III programs, cheer, dance, and Esports. We host a full slate of intramural teams, too, ranging from basketball to cornhole. Learn more at www.msjlions.com.
HEART OF A LION
Student-athletes are some of the most active leaders on campus. They work side-by-side with coaches, faculty, and advisors to successfully balance classroom work and team commitments. So it’s not surprising MSJ athletes are consistently named to all-academic teams across conference, district, and national levels.
In regards to our conference, the Mount competes in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) and has achieved national recognition for our football, soccer, softball, and wrestling programs. Students get free admission to all sporting events! Why not come out and #DefendTheMount?
Men’s Baseball Basketball
Cross Country Football Golf Lacrosse Soccer
Track & Field - Indoor - Outdoor Volleyball Wrestling
*Non NCAA Division III Team †NACE Team
Women’s Basketball
Cheerleading* Cross Country Dance* Golf
Lacrosse Soccer Softball
Track & Field - Indoor - Outdoor Volleyball
Co-ed Esports*†
- Fortnite
- Madden NFL
- Overwatch 2
- Rocket League
- Valorant
Intramural Sports
Basketball
Flag football
Pickleball
Spikeball Volleyball
YOU BELONG AT THEMOUNT
MOUNT
As a Catholic University, we strive for inclusive excellence. We welcome all beliefs, seek to embrace life, and show respect and concern for all people. We believe in serving those in need with compassion, courage, and integrity. Learn more at www.msj.edu/mission.
TOGETHER, WE ARE STRONGER
The Mount celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusion while helping you accomplish your goals, and honoring your unique identity. We strive to ensure that every member of our Mount Community thrives in a positive, supportive climate, and develops a sense of belonging.
Positive change doesn’t just happen; it’s up to us. We are creating scholarship programs and communities that are intentionally designed to bring diverse groups of students together through academics, involvement, leadership, and service—enabling you to make an impact. Many of the events and services we promote expand diversity awareness, enrich the educational experience, and enhance the quality of student life.
VETERAN STUDENT SERVICES
We are proud to support our military connected students and the valuable perspectives they bring to the community. Whether you’re just beginning your academic studies or finishing your degree, the Mount is a supportive environment that helps you achieve your educational goals. Learn more at www.msj.edu/veterans.
Yellow Ribbon Program: Veterans who attend the Mount and are 100 percent eligible for Post 9/11 Chapter 33 benefits, are part of the Yellow Ribbon Program and are entitled to a Yellow Ribbon Contribution—up to the allowable maximum per year.
Mount St. Joseph University has been recognized for its support of students with military backgrounds by being designated as a Collegiate Purple Star campus by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (OHDE).
POPULAR ORGANIZATIONS
Art Guild
Black Student Union
Campus Activities Board
Commuter Council
Dateline online newspaper
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity
Interfaith Club
Peak Productions
Peers Advocating for Wellness & Safety (PAWS)
Rainbow Alliance
Social Work Club
Student Government Association
Theatre Theta Phi Alpha University Band University Singers
Writer’s Block
EXPLORE STUDENT
EXPLORE LIFE
We stand ready to make your time here count. The Mount offers a number of resources to support your college experience, find your fit, and take your leadership to new heights. Get involved at www.msj.edu/student-life.
A PLACE TO THRIVE
With the Mount’s wide range of student activities and campus organizations, our students have more than enough opportunities to get involved, make lasting friendships, and turn college into the best time of their lives. With 35+ clubs, student organizations, and intramurals, don’t worry, there’s something for you. Whether it’s concerts or art exhibitions, bingo or movie nights, whichever student life programs you choose will strengthen your connection to the campus community.
THIS IS HOME
Ready for independence? All full-time undergraduate students are eligible to live on campus, and Seton Residence Hall can house nearly 500 students in single or double rooms, with suites also available. Need to recharge? The Mount has plenty of dining options for both residential and commuter students. Fifth Third Bank Hall is our on-campus dining hall, Joe Lion’s Grille is the place for meals on the go, and Starbucks “We Proudly Serve” is a popular place to caffeinate, study, or just hang out.
MSJ RENAISSANCE
Are you interested in the creative or performing arts? Regardless of major, you can pursue your passion in art & design, band, choir, film, theatre, and writing. Unleash your creative potential through the MSJ Renaissance and earn up to a $1,000 award per year. Learn more at www.msj.edu/renaissance
The Mount is committed to delivering hands-on learning that prepares you for a job upon graduation. We supply all the support you could ever need to make sure you succeed after graduation.
ARCHBISHOP ALTER LIBRARY
The library is resource central, home to more than 96,000 volumes of books, journals, videotapes, DVDs, and CDs. Here, students can access over 140 databases, check out thousands of e-books, and tap into hundreds of websites specifically curated for students, faculty, and staff. The library is an OhioLINK member, too, allowing students to request books and non-print items from any of Ohio’s academic institutions for two-to-four-day delivery. Learn more at www.msj.edu/library.
CAREER & EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION CENTER (CEEC)
Engaging learning experiences, both in and out of the classroom, are the norm at the Mount; but we also provide training programs tailored to boost your skills, prepare you for the 21st-century marketplace, and launch your career. Learn more at www.msj.edu/careercenter.
PRIOR LEARNING ASSESSMENT (PLA)
What you’ve learned in life really counts at the Mount. That’s why we provide a full-range of educational services to reward the lifelong learning of adult students. PLA credit can be awarded based on career experiences, community service, examination (CLEP), military service, structured educational programs, self-taught skills, and even travel. Learn more at www.msj.edu/pla.
THE LEARNING CENTER
Our Learning Center is dedicated to helping you succeed academically. We offer personalized academic coaching, writing support, and study sessions tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking to improve test-taking skills, develop effective study strategies, or boost your writing confidence, our experienced staff is here to assist you. Additionally, student-athletes can take advantage of convenient study table options. Learn more at www.msj.edu/learningcenter
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Cincinnati is home to internationally recognized health care leaders and numerous large global companies. MSJ students have a wide range of co-op, internship, and career opportunities. Our graduates have found success in Cincinnati and beyond. Recent graduates have been hired by:
• Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.
• Cincinnati Public Schools.
• Cincinnati Reds.
• Cleveland Clinic.
• FC Cincinnati.
• Fifth Third Bank.
• Kroger.
• Medpace.
• Mercy Health.
• OrthoCincy.
• Procter & Gamble.
• St. Elizabeth Healthcare.
• TriHealth.
• YMCA.
LIGHT THE PREPARING YOU TO T
WAY
ALYSSA HAVERSTRAW, current senior
MAJOR: Accounting
HOMETOWN: Cincinnati , OH
FAVORITE THING ABOUT THE MOUNT:
“I have a corporate accounting co-op at Messer Construction. I feel like no classroom setting can really prepare you for those real world day-to-day problems.
It’s been really cool to have the space to ‘mess up’ and be given expert advice on how to fix it. I am going to carry those skills through the rest of my life!”
FALL 2025-SPRING 2026 TRANSFER MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
Students must have a minimum of 12 semester hours of earned post-secondary college coursework, recognized by the USDE, to be considered for a transfer scholarship. Students who do not meet the transfer scholarship criteria could still be eligible for the $16,000/year MSJ Award.
Please contact admission@msj.edu for details.
Visit www.msj.edu/transferscholarships for Spring 2025 information and additional criteria.
HIGHER
EDUCATION
A personalized educational experience can also be affordable—and we strongly believe sharing all the numbers up front is the first step in making that happen. By knowing the bottom line, you can make an informed decision on an important matter. Learn more at www.msj.edu/financial-aid.
The Mount works with families of all income levels, economic circumstances, and every budgeting philosophy you can imagine. Correspondingly, we’re able to procure scholarships, grants, loans, and/or other financial aid for the vast majority of them. Learn more at www.msj.edu/financial-aid. Fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to find out if you qualify for need-based financial aid at fafsa.ed.gov. The Mount’s Federal Code (FAFSA): 003033.
2024-2025 RATES
General
Non-refundable general fee covering student activities, technology, counseling, student and academic support services, and logistical services.
COMMUTER MEAL PLANS
20 Meal Plan $160
(20 meals in dining hall or Harrington Food Court)
60 Meal Plan + $50 in Flex $480
(60 meals in dining hall or Harrington Food Court)
All tuition, fees and room/board are subject to change by the Mount St. Joseph University Board of Trustees. Visit www.msj.edu/financial-aid for more information. Resident meal plans are required when living on campus. Learn more at www.msj.edu/mealplans
We make transferring as easy as possible. The Mount is a transfer-credit friendly University with scholarships that make college affordable. Choosing the Mount means small class sizes, personalized attention, and flexible degree programs to accommodate busy lifestyles.
TRANSFER CREDIT
Transfer credits are reviewed automatically when transferring from an institution accredited by one of the following:
• Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC)
• Western Association of Schools and Colleges
• Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
• Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
• New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)
• Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
• Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
• WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) College level coursework with a grade “C” or better is transferrable. Get a free transfer credit evaluation before you apply to transfer. Talk with a transfer admission counselor about your path to graduation! Send your transcript(s) to admission@msj.edu. (Note: an official transfer credit evaluation occurs after student admission.)
BEGIN YOUR ASCENT
• Visit www.msj.edu/apply.
• Submit official college transcript(s) from all colleges attended.
• Meet 2.0 cumulative transfer GPA and 12 semester hours of earned credit at a USDE recognized college/university.
Please note that some majors have additional admission requirements. Applicants with less than 12 semester hours of earned,post-secondary, credit from a recognized USDE college/university must also submit:
• Official high school transcript/or GED certificate.
• Personal Essay and Admission Counselor appointment may be needed.
• Contact an admission counselor regarding questions on application requirements at admission@msj.edu or 513-244-4531.
ARE YOU
CLIMB
CLIMB HIGHER? YOU READY TO
OF BOTH WORLDS THE BEST
THINGS TO DO IN CINCINNATI:
Aronoff Center for the Arts
Cincinnati Music Hall
Riverbend Music Center
The Andrew J. Brady Music Center
® Smale Riverfront Park
Washington Park
Cincinnati Reds
Cincinnati Bengals
Cincinnati Cyclones
FC Cincinnati
Cincinnati Art Museum
Cincinnati Museum Center
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
Newport Aquarium
BEST
CLOSE KNIT CAMPUS, BIG CITY ACCESS
The Cincinnati region, a tri-state area that includes Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana, is a cultural and economic powerhouse that’s on the rise; a dynamic place fueled by dreamers, doers, innovators, and makers. At its center, Cincinnati, the Queen City is a diverse, active convergence of big city amenities and Midwest hospitality.
According to Travel & Leisure, “Cincinnati is experiencing something of a transformation, and has become one of the hottest emerging cities in the United States.” U.S. News & World Report ranked Cincinnati as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Live 2023. Alongside our dedicated career development resources, you’ll discover opportunities for internships and career connections with innovative Fortune 500 companies. Cincinnati awaits the talents you have to offer to its region—get ready to level up for your next adventure at Mount St. Joseph University.
DISCOVER THE MOUNT
At Mount St. Joseph University, we’re here to provide you with the ideal college experience—filled with transformative learning, lifelong connections, personal fulfillment, and career opportunities on a safe, suburban campus, just 15 minutes from downtown. We're ready for your visit, on your schedule. Choose the way that fits your lifestyle: Connect virtually or come to our scenic campus overlooking the Ohio River. We’re excited to have you meet with our world-class faculty and dedicated team of professionals. At the end of your visit, you’ll fully understand how an MSJ education will empower you to become a competent, compassionate, critical thinker—ready to make a meaningful impact on the world.
Go to msj.edu/visit or scan the QR code to explore your options and register for a campus tour!
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