We are excited that you are considering making the Mount your home. With two campuses in the heart of Los Angeles and over 50 programs (including undergraduate and graduate degrees), Mount Saint Mary's University is a first choice for many students from around the globe who are seeking a personalized style of higher education that is unmatched.

Whether you choose the Mount as an F-1 first-year, transfer or graduate student - or as a J-1 exchange student - you are choosing an education that will make your truly Unstoppable.

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Why choose LA - and the Mount?

MSMU is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). We were also ranked as one of the "Most Transformative" universities by MONEY Magazine. And, with two beautiful campuses in sunny Los Angeles, we're a pretty incredible place to call home.
20 Countries represented at the Mount

We are home to students from 20 countries. Athenians come from all over the world for our personalized, mission-driven educational opportunities.

49,000 International students in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is a destination for many international students. From our beaches and mountains to our cultural, social and intellectual communities, there's just something special about living in the City of Angels.

100+ Languages spoken across Los Angeles

And, with one campus located near downtown LA and the other in the hills of Santa Monica, you'll be able to explore the best that our city has to offer.

#3 Most Transformative College

Money magazine has ranked the Mount as a top university with the power to change life trajectory and earnings for its graduates.

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Learn more about life at the Mount!

As a women's college, we only admit women into our traditional undergraduate programs. All genders are welcome in our Weekend/Evening adult undergraduate programs and our graduate programs.

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    Academic Programs

    Use our Degree and Program finder to see if we offer the undergraduate or graduate degree you're looking for.

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    Student Life

    Learn more about how vibrant campus life - including clubs and organization, traditions and events.

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    Residence Life

    We offer housing options for both undergraduate and graduate students.

  • Outcomes

    See just how far a Mount degree can take you.