Mount Saint Mary College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Newburgh, New York with 1,148 undergraduates. It admits 89% of applicants, costs an average of $26,680 a year after grants and graduates 55% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Mount Saint Mary College acceptance rate and admissions
Mount Saint Mary College admitted 89% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Mount Saint Mary College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Mount Saint Mary College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Mount Saint Mary College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $45,630 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $20,840 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $57,721 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,680 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,680 a year after grants and scholarships, $31,041 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Mount Saint Mary College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Mount Saint Mary College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $75,320 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,810 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Mount Saint Mary College majors and what graduates earn
Mount Saint Mary College awarded bachelor's degrees in 23 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($108,400).
All 23 majors at Mount Saint Mary College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 111 | $104,767 | $108,400 | $27,000 |
| Accounting | 7 | $55,781 | $79,304 | n/a |
| Biology | 11 | n/a | $75,798 | n/a |
| Business administration | 35 | $42,494 | $66,930 | $24,250 |
| History | 19 | $49,452 | $63,174 | $26,250 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | 20 | n/a | $60,133 | $25,418 |
| English | 14 | $45,189 | $58,434 | n/a |
| Human services | 10 | n/a | $57,910 | n/a |
| Computer and information sciences | 5 | $49,190 | $55,814 | n/a |
| Psychology | 27 | $36,401 | $53,898 | $27,000 |
| Social Sciences, General | 22 | n/a | n/a | $24,155 |
| Health administration | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Criminology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Radio, TV and digital media | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Journalism | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Natural Sciences | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Mount Saint Mary College
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 46 | n/a | $45,150 |
| Business administration | Master's | 24 | $68,111 | $34,167 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 15 | $61,485 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 14 | $63,537 | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,148 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 68% women, 32% men
- 12 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Mount Saint Mary College?
Mount Saint Mary College admitted 89% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Mount Saint Mary College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $45,630. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,680 a year in 2024-25.
Is Mount Saint Mary College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Mount Saint Mary College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Mount Saint Mary College?
55% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Mount Saint Mary College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $75,320 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.