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an education worth affording
The Mount is your home for an affordable Catholic education. Last year, Mount St. Mary’s University students received over $33 million in financial aid, nearly half of which was scholarships and grants from the university. Last year’s freshman class received an average financial aid package of just over $18,000.
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Mount St. Mary’s offers scholarships, grants, loans, student employment, and special payment plans. Nearly 95 percent of students attending the Mount receive some form of financial aid. Through its scholarship program and financial aid packages, the university attempts to assist in students’ financial investment as much as possible. The Mount participates in all major federal financial aid programs, including the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Perkins Loan, Federal Stafford Student Loan, and Federal Work-Study programs. Federal PLUS loans may also be used.
View the recommended procedures to apply for financial aid at Mount St. Mary’s University.
dollars and cents
The Mount is proud to have the least expensive tuition costs among the other private colleges and universities that applicants typically consider.
2010/2011 Academic Year Costs
Tuition $29,650
Room* $5,044
Board $5,264
Fees $700
Total Cost $40,658
*There is an additional room cost of $100 per semester for residence in Bicentennial Hall and the Apartments.
The chart below illustrates how the Mount assisted students in the class of 2013 and their families with scholarships, grants and other financial aid. Total awards will vary based on academic and personal achievement of the applicant, as well as the specific circumstances that affect one's expected family contribution. The amounts below represent average awards.
CLASS OF 2013 AT THE MOUNT |
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Family Income |
Scholarship & Grants |
Total Aid |
Less than $40,000 |
$22,606 |
$29,620 |
$40,000-$70,000 |
$17,617 |
$25,059 |
$70,000-$100,000 |
$15,364 |
$22,670 |
$100,000-$130,000 |
$15,050 |
$21,545 |
$130,000+ |
$12,906 |
$18,177 |
Find out how you can afford the Mount. More on our scholarships and financial aid.
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you need scholarships and financial aid? we've got you covered.
In addition to need-based aid, the Mount awards scholarships based on accomplishments in academics, athletics, and service/ministry that range from $1,000 to full tuition.
In addition to need-based and financial aid, 100 percent of Mount students receive an academic scholarship.
GUARANTEED ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
All applicants accepted to the university are guaranteed academic scholarships based on several criteria, including course achievement, SAT and/or ACT results, and involvement in extracurricular activities. Financial need is not a factor in merit-based award decisions.
The following are descriptions of the attributes of academic scholarship recipients: (SAT score ranges noted below are based on Critical Reading/Verbal and Math scores only. We do not consider scores on the Writing section.)
Trustee Scholarship ($18,000 per year)
Accepted students are guaranteed this scholarship if they have a high school GPA of at least 2.75 and a SAT score of at least 1250 (or ACT score of a least 28).
Presidential Scholarship ($16,000 per year)
Accepted students are guaranteed this scholarship if they have a high school GPA of at least 2.75 and a SAT score of 1050-1240 (or ACT score of 22-27).
Dean's Scholarship ($12,000 per year)
Accepted students are guaranteed this scholarship if they have a high school GPA of at least 3.0 and a SAT score of at least 900 (or ACT score of at least 20).
Leadership Grants ($5,000 per year minimum)
All other accepted students who do not fall within the ranges above will be considered for these awards. Award amounts will be based on leadership qualities, involvement in school and community activities, and financial need. For full consideration, all students should file the FASFA.
ADDITIONAL UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS
Please refer to the links below each scholarship description for specific procedures and/or application requirements.
Founder's Scholarships
Two full-tuition Founder's Scholarships are awarded to incoming freshmen who perform superbly during an on-campus written exam in late January and a personal interview for finalists in early March. Students must be accepted into our Honors Program and meet certain academic criteria to participate. The requirement for participation is a 3.5 GPA combined with either an SAT score of 1150 or higher (reading and math only), or an ACT score of 25 or higher. Invitations will be sent in November, December, and Early January to those students who qualify.
Catholic Leadership Scholarship
The Catholic Leadership Scholarship is awarded to recognize five freshman catholic students who have distinctive records of service and academic excellence.
Campus Ministry Scholarship
The Campus Ministry Scholarship will be awarded to incoming freshmen who have been leaders, inovators, and distinctive members of diverse ministry activities.
Fine Arts Scholarship
The Fine Arts Scholarship recognizes outstanding high school and community achievement in the areas of art, music, and theatre.
Catholic Educators Scholarship
Children of current Catholic elementary and secondary school teachers, administrators, and staff will receive a minimum of $8,000 annually to attend Mount St. Mary's University as a full-time, undergraduate student.
