University of Mount Saint Vincent
About University of Mount Saint Vincent
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
College of Mount Saint Vincent is a private Catholic liberal arts college in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, New York. It offers programs in nursing, psychology, business, and biology, with a scenic campus overlooking the Hudson River.
Founded
1847
Location
Bronx, New York
Students
3,741
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
85.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
56.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$44,540
Per year
Avg Net Price
$21,696
After financial aid
SAT Average
1090
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$65,756
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Mar 1
Regular
Rolling
University of Mount Saint Vincent accepts the majority of applicants at 85.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1090/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Average: 20 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
56.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
73.1%
4-Year Grad
35%
6-Year Grad
56%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
18.8%
$/Student
$8.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 35% graduation rate is below average, but 73.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$44,540
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,900
Books & Supplies
$900
Total Cost of Attendance
$54,170
After Financial Aid
$21,696
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$19,203
Receive Grants
46.2%
Take Loans
53.3%
Don't let the $44,540 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $21,696 after financial aid, a 51% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $19,203.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at University of Mount Saint Vincent fund their education.
While in School
46.2%
Get Grants
Free money
53.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,712
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $66K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Mount Saint Vincent.
Gender
77.1%
Female
23%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,692
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
1,049
Graduates
41%
First-Gen
21 yrs
Avg Age
12.6%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 77% of the student body. 41% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
2,692
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Mount Saint Vincent fields 8 varsity teams with 283 student athletes, about 11% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Skyline
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
8
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
283
11% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
61% / 39%
172
Men
111
Women
7
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Mount Saint Vincentearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$65,756
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Psychology, General
$31K
334 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$105K
245 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$31K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
23 grads
Sociology
$32K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$77K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $54K at six years, $55K at eight, and $66K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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