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Mount St. Joseph University
Mount St. Joseph University
CINCINNATI, OH . 4 Year 3.6
#828 in Best Colleges in America
5701 DELHI RD CINCINNATI, OH 45233

Overview

Mount St. Joseph University is a private Catholic university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. Founded in 1920 by the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, it was originally established to provide higher education for women. The university's mission emphasizes ethics, service, and social responsibility, guided by the principle of “God-centeredness,” and is committed to cultivating graduates with leadership skills and a sense of social responsibility. MSJ offers over 30 undergraduate programs across disciplines such as nursing, business, health sciences, education, and the arts and humanities, emphasizing interdisciplinary liberal arts education and practice-oriented learning. The university is located on one of the Seven Hills along the Ohio River, just a 15-minute drive from downtown Cincinnati, offering an excellent geographical location. MSJ is known for its small class sizes and a student-to-faculty ratio of 9:1, ensuring students receive personalized attention and support. The university also provides internship, cooperative education, and research opportunities to help students prepare for their future careers.

Rankings

  • 64

    #64 in Best Catholic Colleges in America

  • 1

    #1 0 in Best Value Colleges in Ohio

  • 77

    #77 in Best Colleges for Sports Management in America

  • Best Catholic Colleges in America 64 of 160
  • Best Colleges for Sports Management in America 77 of 454
  • Best Colleges for Criminal Justice in America 131 of 706

Academics

  • B Academics
  • B+Value
  • BDiversity
  • BCampus
  • B Athletics
  • C+Party Scene
  • BProfessors
  • B Location
  • B+Dorms
  • BCampus Food
  • BStudent Life
  • ASafety

Majors

  • Nursing
    50 Graduates
  • Early Childhood Education
    22 Graduates
  • Biology
    20 Graduates
  • Business
    18 Graduates
  • Natural Sciences
    14 Graduates
  • Criminology
    12 Graduates
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
    12 Graduates
  • Marketing
    11 Graduates
  • Sport and Fitness Management
    11 Graduates
  • Social Work and Youth Services
    9 Graduates

Admissions

  • Rolling Admissions
    Application Deadline
  • 63%
    Acceptance Rate
  • Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • Online Certificate Programs
    0
  • Online Associates Programs
    0
  • Online Bachelor's Programs
    1

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $23,074
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    53%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    1,050 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    373
  • Undergrads Over 25
    8%
  • Pell Grant
    37%
  • Varsity Athletes
    52%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
  • Athletic Conference
    Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)

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