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Mount St. Mary's College, also known as MSMC, was established in 1925. It was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet as a Catholic, liberal arts college for women. The college has two campuses located in Los Angeles, California, United States. The Chalon Campus covers more than 55 acres and was established in 1928. The Doheny Campus, which features the historic Doheny Mansion, encompasses approximately 20 acres and was founded in 1962. It offers a wide variety of degrees and certificate programs in diverse areas of study.
Both campuses of MSMC recognized a number of student clubs and organizations including the Accounting Association, California Nursing Student Association, Scholar Mentor Club, Phi Alpha Delta, African American Council of Women, Black Student Union, Amnesty International, Doheny Business Club, and Spanish Club.
Mount St Mary's College is located in Los Angeles, CA (a large city). The school is a Roman Catholic school. Mount St Mary's College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by the school is the Doctoral degree.
Mount St Mary's College is known for its programs in nursing and emergency medicine and liberal arts.
The school does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 410 and 510. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Mount St Mary's College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
The school had 2,366 enrolled students in 2007. Mount St Mary's College has a large minority student population. A very high share of students at the school are female.
Full-time students are the norm at Mount St Mary's College. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Mount St. Mary's College offers a dynamic learning experience in the liberal arts and sciences to a diverse student body. As a Catholic college primarily for women, we are dedicated to providing a superior education enhanced by an emphasis on building leadership skills and fostering a spirit to serve others. Our measure of success is graduates who are committed to using their knowledge and skills to better themselves, their environments, and the world."
More complete details are provided below.
Mount St Mary's College
12001 Chalon Rd
Los Angeles, CA 90049-1599
General Phone: (310) 954-4000
http://www.msmc.la.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 243 | registered nursing |
| Liberal Arts | 146 | sociology, liberal arts and sciences, humanities, English, political science, American studies, Spanish language, social studies, ... |
| Therapy And Counseling | 51 | psychology, physical therapy, psychology courses, child psychology, counseling psychology |
| Education And Teaching | 49 | education, education courses, educational administration, special ed |
| Business And Management | 42 | business management, business |
| Science | 25 | biology, biochemistry, chemistry |
| Medicine | 20 | medical preparatory, health professions, gerontology |
| Religion And Philosophy | 12 | religion, philosophy, theology |
| Medical Administration | 7 | health care administration |
| Art Studies | 4 | art studies |
| Music | 3 | music |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
| Photography And Commercial Art | 0 | commercial art |
Number of programs and degrees for Mount St Mary's College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 355 | 27 |
| Associate's degree | 156 | 10 |
| Master's degree | 75 | 9 |
| Doctor's degree | 16 | 1 |
In 2007, Mount St Mary's College had a total enrollment of 2,366 students (1,931 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 5% |
| Women | 95% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 79% |
| Graduate | 21% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 18% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 41% |
| Asian | 20% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 10% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 25% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 75 % |
| Part-Time | 62 % |
Mount St Mary's College offers campus housing for 674 of its 1,931 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Los Angeles, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,098 | 924 | 84% | 348 | 38% |
| Men | 34 | 22 | 65% | 17 | 77% |
| Women | 1,064 | 902 | 85% | 331 | 37% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 510 |
| SAT Math | 410 | 510 |
| SAT Writing | 420 | 510 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 94% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 25,358 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,358 |
| Room and board | $ 9,184 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,400 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,800 |
Financial Aid:
Mount St Mary's College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 124300)
Mount St Mary's College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 9 | 23 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 5 | 23 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 1 | 20 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 4 | $73,812 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 0 | * | 6 | $80,054 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 9 | $85,900 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $62,780 | 14 | $57,656 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $72,532 | 23 | $64,478 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 14 | $49,689 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 15 | $67,694 | 60 | $62,649 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Special Education and Teaching, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Urban Studies/Affairs
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICINE
Gerontology
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Commercial and Advertising Art
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Developmental and Child Psychology
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Mount St Mary's College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching
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