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The Marymount University is a private catholic university located in Arlington, Virginia, United States. The University offers bachelor, master degree, doctoral programs and degrees along with several undergraduate and postgraduate certificate programs as well for the students. The University also has a Ballston Centre and a 4040 centre located in the same area and are considered as other two campuses of the University.
The University has a total of 3,294 students out of which 2,041 are undergraduate students and 1,253 are graduate students with an acceptance rate of 81%. It has a total of 22% international students in its student body representing 45 states and 78 foreign countries of the world. The University is accredited by the “Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.” The University has an average class size of 15 with the student faculty ratio of 12:1.
Marymount University Rankings
Marymount University is ranked:
| Ranking agency | Ranking |
|---|---|
| U.S. News & World Report | #31 in Regional Universities South #18 in best colleges for veterans #51 in Best Value Schools #96 in Top Performers on Social Mobility |
Highlights
| Type | Private |
| Established | 1950 |
| Accreditations | ACCU, CUWMA, and CIC |
| Enrollment | 3,500 |
| International Undergraduate Students | 15% |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 16:1 |
| Financial Aid | Scholarships, Grants, Loans |
| Cost of Attendance (UG) | Approx 53,000 USD |
| Work-Study | Available |
| Official Website | https://www.marymount.edu/ |
Marymount University Campus
- It operates through its main campus and two academic centers. The main campus of Marymount University includes Main House, Residence Halls, and Academic Buildings.
- The Ballston Center, founded in 2017, includes the 9 story Academic/office tower, along with a 12 story residential/retail building, each having underground parking. A public plaza and a green space courtyard is also present on this campus.
- The 4040 Center, located just two blocks from the Ballston Metro houses the physical therapy Doctoral program and the MedStar Clinic. Distance from the 4040 Center and the main campus is just a few minutes. Students can go to and fro in the free Marymount shuttles.
- Marymount University offers around 68 student organizations, 10 types of sports for men, and 9 types of sports for women.
Marymount University Residence
- Marymount University has four on-campus residence halls for their students including Rowley Hall, Lee Ostapenko hall, Butler Hall, and Gerard Phelan Hall.
- The residence rooms come with two wired data ports, television service, Wi-Fi access, along with an air conditioner and heaters in appropriate seasons
- There are 24-hour help desks and staff for assistance whenever required
- “The Rixey” are fully furnished apartments present on campus to provide students housing assistance. The housing rates for 2021-22 are
| Residence hall Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Rowley hall | Double- 9,486 USD Partially extended double room- 10,150 USD Fully extended double room- 10,812 USD |
| Butler hall | Double- 10,100 USD Single- 12,700 USD |
| Ostapenko hall | Double- 12,600 USD Single- 14,000 USD OSTA LLC double room- 12,600 USD |
| Rixey Apartment | Fall rate- 7,500 USD to 11,250 USD Spring rate- 7,500 USD to 11,250 USD Summer rate- 2,600 USD to 4,500 USD |
Marymount University Programs
- Programs offered at Marymount University include 30 undergraduate, 30 graduate, and 7 doctorate courses through its 4 schools.
- It also offers 6 combined Bachelors and Masters programs including Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Health Ed and Promotion, Business Administration, etc.
- Online graduate degrees are also offered by this university from the School of Science, Mathematics, & Education, and the Malek School of Health Professions
- Students who already hold a bachelor’s degree, are offered post-baccalaureate certificate programs.
Marymount University Application Process
Applicants can apply for Marymount University admissions by July 1 for the Fall semester, December 1 for the Spring semester, and March 15 for the Summer semester
Application Portal: Marymount Application and the Common Application
Application Fee: 40 USD
Application Deadlines: The admissions to the University have application deadlines as:-
| Session | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring | December 1 |
| Fall | July 1 |
| Summer | March 15 |
Supporting documents:
- Official transcripts and their translation in English that shows at least 3 years of academic performance
- Letter of recommendation from the principal, teacher, or academic advisor of the student’s school
- Official Standardized Exam score reports
- SAT/ACT for undergraduates
- GMAT/GRE for graduates
- Proof of English Language Proficiency- IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL IBT: 96
- Personal essay (Optional)
- Copy of Passport
- Proof of Financial Support
Marymount University Cost of Attendance
The estimated cost of attendance depends on several factors like direct expenses which are charged by Marymount and indirect expenses required which may vary based on needs. International students need to carefully plan their finances and budget before applying for admission at Marymount University.
Estimated Cost of Attendance for Undergraduate Students for a year is tabulated below:
| Expenses | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Full-time Tuition | 33,200 |
| New Student Fee | 490 |
| Student Activity Fee | 200 |
| Technology Fee | 550 |
| Room And Board (Traditional Room/Double Occupancy) | 14,400 |
| Books | 1000 |
| Transportation | 500 |
| Loan Fees | $680 |
| Personal Expenses | 1,500 |
| Total Cost | 52,520 |
Tuition Fee for Graduate Programs is tabulated below:
| Tuition & Fees | Per Credit Hour (USD) |
|---|---|
| Tuition | 1,050/credit |
| Technology Fee | 22/credit |
| Program/Course Fees | As applicable |
| New Graduate Student Fee | 270 |
Graduate Program-Specific Tuition:
| Program | Tuition (USD) |
|---|---|
| Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Tuition | 39,600/year 19,800/semester 118,800 total for a 3-year program. Includes all PT courses, lab fees, and summer courses. |
| Master of Business Administration/Technology Programs Tuition | 1,060/credit |
| Master of Education Program Tuition | 770/credit |
| Counselor Education and Supervision Tuition | 1,280/credit |
Marymount University Financial Aid
- Marymount University offers financial aid to students who have successfully demonstrated their needs and fulfilled the minimum eligibility criteria.
- Some of the Freshman academic Scholarships are:
- Presidential Scholarship worth 17,500 USD
- Dean Scholarship worth 17,000 USD
- Success Scholarship worth 16,000 USD
- Achievement Scholarship worth 15,000 USD
- Opportunity Scholarship worth 12,000 USD
- These 5 academic scholarships are renewable up to four years of study provided the student maintains a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Catholic High School Scholarships worth 2,000 USD are automatically offered to the full-time freshman applicants who have graduated or will graduate from a Catholic High School.
- Honors Program Scholarships are for freshmen admitted for an honors program at Marymount University (Admission is very competitive)
- For graduate students, the Office of Graduate Admissions of Marymount University offers a limited amount of MU grants to international students. Graduate students are also eligible for multiple scholarships based on their field of study:
- ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships: Students who have enrolled or applied for graduate admission for an interior design program
- Diotima Scholarship: worth 2,400 USD to a graduate student in Literature, Language and the Humanities program
Marymount University Alumni
The Marymount alumnus is a strong network of over 28,000 alumni. The university’s alumni benefits include:
- Alumni and Friends Real Estate Advantage program which is an exclusive discount package offering special rates on realtor commissions, lender services, title services, home warranties, and moving services
- Alumni Course Audit Program where alumni of good standing can be auditing a course taken at Marymount University (Registration required)
- Campus Ministry
Some notable alumni of this university are:
- Gregg McCrary- FBI Criminal Profiler
- Michael D. Smith- Director of Youth opportunity programs. He was also the executive director of My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) alliance at the Obama Foundation
Marymount University Placements
- Center for Career services assist students with career coaching and job search.
- Students are taught writing competitive resumes, interviewing basics, and other essential skills.
- Marymount University also hosts multiple career fairs for helping students to build relationships with key employers.
- It also offers On-Campus Employment for Students, Federal Work-Study Program (FWS), Campus Employment (CE), Graduate Assistantships (GA), and Stipend Positions. The average salaries for the students and alumni as per majors can be seen as
| Program | Average salary |
|---|---|
| Masters degree in nursing, registered nursing, nursing administration | 96,300 USD |
| MBA | 74,500 USD |
| Doctoral degree in rehabilitation and therapeutic professions | 68,200 USD |
| Masters degree in teacher education and professional development | 51,100 USD |
| BBA | 46,900 USD |
| Bachelor's degree in communication and media studies | 39,100 USD |
| Bachelor's degree in public health | 30,600 USD |
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