 |
Marymount University
Location: Arlington, Virginia
www.marymount.edu
Mascot: Saints
Background
Founded in 1950, MU is a regionally accredited university, offering bachelors, master and associate's degrees. MU is located 3 miles from Washington, DC. There are 316 faculty, with 43% working full time, 58% with terminal degrees, 4% minority and 59% women.
Facts about MU
- Private university affiliated with Roman Catholic Church
- Residential campus in small city
- 1,801 undergraduates: 24% part time, 73% women, 16% African American, 7% Asian American, 7% Hispanic American, 10% international
- 78% of applicants admitted
- SAT I or ACT, required
- 52% graduate within 6 years
High school preparation
College-preparatory program recommended. 15 units required.
2001-2002 Annual Costs:
Tuition/fees (2001-2002) $14,850; Room/board $6590, Books/Supplies $500; personal expenses $900; Traveling $470
Academics
Special Study Options: cross-registration, double majors, internships, liberal arts/career combination, study aboard, student-designed major, teacher certification, independent study, Naval, Air Force ROTC. Credit/placement by examination for AP, CLEP, IB, SAT I or ACT, institutional tests. Support Services: Tutoring, writing center, reduced course load
Student Life
Freshman orientation available. Guaranteed on-campus housing for freshmen. Housing available. Activities: Campus Ministry, Black Student Alliance, Best Buddies, choral groups, dance, drama, musical theater, opera, radio station, student government, TV station.
Athletics
Intercollegiate: NCAA - Basketball, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, volleyball W, Intramural: Basketball, football, golf, racquetball, soccer, softball, swimming, volleyball, water polo
Student Services
Health services, personal counseling, adviser for adult students, veterans' counselor, career counseling, student employment services, placement for graduates.
Contact:
Email: admission@marymount.edu
Phone: (703) 284-1500, (800) 548-7638
Fax: (703) 522-0349
Marymount University
2807 North Glebe Road
Arlington, VA 22207
|
