Marymount University (MU)

Marymount University is a private, comprehensive Catholic university offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees through its College of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology (BILT), College of Health and Education, and College of Sciences and Humanities. It is located in Arlington, Va., just outside of Washington, D.C., where students can take advantage of the resources of the nation's capital and participate in unique learning experiences for personal and professional growth.

Founded in 1950 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary (RSHM), Marymount welcomes people of all backgrounds and faiths and provides an educational environment that emphasizes intellectual curiosity, service to others, and having a global perspective. Marymount offers students a unique mix of STEM programs and liberal arts fields in an overall curriculum that provides specialized educational opportunities and promotes career preparation. A student-centered learning community that values diversity and focuses on the education of the whole person, Marymount guides the intellectual, ethical, and spiritual development of each individual.

Marymount's approximately 3,300 students hail from 78 countries and 45 U.S. states and territories, and the University is tied for #1 for Most International Students and #2 in Campus Ethnic Diversity among Regional Universities in the South, according to U.S. News & World Report. In 2020, Marymount became the first higher education institution in the Commonwealth of Virginia to be designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). The University is also one of just three higher education institutions in Virginia to partner with TheDream.US, the nation's largest college access and success program for Dreamers, as it seeks to provide a safe and welcoming home for all students.

Marymount is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), with specialized accreditation for many of its professional programs such as Business Administration, Health Care Management, Interior Design, Physical Therapy, and undergraduate and graduate programs in Education and Nursing. At Marymount, students enjoy small classes and incredible personal attention from outstanding faculty. Undergraduate students benefit from an average class size of 15 and a 12:1 student-faculty ratio.

Marymount prepares students for careers not just for today's market but also for the "What's Next Economy," offering student-centered completion pathways, required internships and programs that reflect the demands of our ever-changing environment. Outstanding internship experiences are available throughout the Washington area with corporations, government agencies, schools, hospitals, and retail establishments.

Marymount's athletic teams, known as the Saints, compete in NCAA Division III in the Atlantic East Conference and sponsor 20 sports. The University also has over 30 clubs and student organizations dedicated to community service and philanthropy, cultural appreciation, and specific academic interests.

Approximately 3,200 students from 45 states and 78 countries. There more than 30 clubs and organizations, including the Student Government Association; career-oriented groups; and social, service, and special interest clubs, are active on campus.