Mount Saint Mary's University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Los Angeles, California with 1,719 undergraduates. It admits 73% of applicants, costs an average of $27,235 a year after grants and graduates 56% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Mount Saint Mary's University acceptance rate and admissions
Mount Saint Mary's University admitted 73% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Mount Saint Mary's University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Dec 1, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Dec 1, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Mount Saint Mary's University’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's University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $51,052 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $16,573 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $69,109 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $27,235 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $27,235 a year after grants and scholarships, $41,874 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's University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Mount Saint Mary's University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 56% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $78,572 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $25,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 32% 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's University majors and what graduates earn
Mount Saint Mary's University awarded bachelor's degrees in 30 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($119,050).
All 30 majors at Mount Saint Mary's University
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 223 | $104,483 | $119,050 | $25,000 |
| Accounting | 7 | n/a | $74,449 | n/a |
| Business administration | 18 | $57,214 | $63,194 | $31,272 |
| Sociology | 16 | $42,175 | $59,575 | $26,000 |
| Liberal arts and general studies | 4 | n/a | $56,616 | n/a |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | 9 | n/a | $52,940 | $31,154 |
| Research and experimental psychology | 1 | n/a | $49,222 | n/a |
| Film and photography | 19 | $41,871 | $47,091 | $27,000 |
| Human development and family studies | 5 | $31,943 | $39,318 | n/a |
| Psychology | 43 | $29,777 | n/a | $24,500 |
| Criminology | 10 | $49,904 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biochemistry and molecular biology | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social work | 7 | n/a | n/a | $30,695 |
| English | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Education | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Public Policy Analysis | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Music | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Journalism | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Romance languages | 3 | n/a | n/a | $22,706 |
| Political science | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| International business | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 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's University
17 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 17 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 111 | $64,830 | $63,876 |
| Physical and occupational therapy | Professional doctorate | 31 | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | Master's | 19 | n/a | $48,695 |
| Business administration | Master's | 16 | $90,012 | $41,000 |
| Education | Master's | 13 | $63,660 | n/a |
| Film and photography | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Liberal arts and general studies | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 4 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious studies | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 1 | $186,308 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
| Theater | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,719 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 92% women, 7.9% men
- 8 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Mount Saint Mary's University?
Mount Saint Mary's University admitted 73% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Mount Saint Mary's University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $51,052. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $27,235 a year in 2024-25.
Is Mount Saint Mary's University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Mount Saint Mary's University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Mount Saint Mary's University?
56% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Mount Saint Mary's University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $78,572 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.