About Mount Saint Joseph University

Founded in 1920, Mount Saint Joseph University. is a Private college. Located in Ohio, which is a city setting in Ohio, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,336 full time undergraduate students, and 709 full time graduate students.

The Mount Saint Joseph University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 93 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Mount Saint Joseph University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate88%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range890-1140
ACT Range19-24

Admissions at MSJ are considered Less Selective, with ,9% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 24 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

58% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 31% were in the top quarter, and 10% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Mount Saint Joseph University.

0%
“We”re apathetic”
11%
“We know about current events and vote”
89%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
11%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
78%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
56%
“We bought the gear”
33%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
78%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
67%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
89%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
11%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
11%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
89%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
22%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
78%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
11%
“We know about current events and vote”
89%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
11%
“Sometimes, but not often”
67%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
22%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
22%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
78%
“I feel extremely safe”
11%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
56%
“We bought the gear”
33%
“We live for the big game”
0%
“It”s not really our thing”
11%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
78%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
11%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
33%
“They keep regular office hours”
67%
“They”re always available”
0%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
89%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
11%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
11%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
89%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
22%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
78%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Mount Saint Joseph University REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    30 Students rated on-campus housing 3.5 stars. 7 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    24 Students rated off-campus housing 2.8 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    32 Students rated campus food 3.3 stars. 6 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    32 Students rated campus facilities 4.2 stars. 38 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    32 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 53 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    32 Students rated school activities 3.9 stars. 28 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    32 Students rated local services 4.3 stars. 53 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    32 Students rated academics 4.3 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Mount Saint Joseph University?

12 Students rated Mount Saint Joseph University

Jagwinder - 11/26/2023

My opinion of MSJ University is that it is a very small but family-like home. Everyone knows each other and if you don't like big colleges like me, this is the perfect College for you. Everyone here, especially the professors are so loving and they will try their very best to make sure you are set to be successful later in your career.

Ashley

The Mount is my home away from home, I always feel like I have a place I belong when I'm here and I couldn't be more pleased with my first college than I am right now. It can be a little stressful because of the cost but the education you'll receive here and the experiences you'll have are priceless.

Morgan

The best part of the Mount is the academics, hands down. Every professor I've had is accessible and wants you to succeed. Class sizes are small and conversation is open and thought provoking. In addition, the students at the Mount are truly a family, and it is easy to make friends in and out of class. However, if you're looking for a party atmosphere or a huge on campus lifestyle, Mount St. Joseph University isn't going to be the best choice, as the University is pretty empty on the weekends and there isn't a ton of things to do—especially if you don't have a car. Overall, I love the Mount, and I don't regret choosing to come here, but if you're looking for the "typical college experience" packed with partying and tailgating, it might be difficult to find here (but not impossible!).

William

Mount Saint Joseph University is a highly welcoming campus that works to involve every student in collective intellectualism and cultivation as well as to aid in his or her academic success and life goals. Further, Mount Saint Joseph and all the academia therein more than sufficiently equips every student who attends the university with sensitivity, culture, spirituality, and scholastic growth through respect and cordial bonds between the staff and students.

Mount Saint Joseph University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Mount Saint Joseph University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Mount Saint Joseph University is 88%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    The right college is the college that you will feel most comfortable in. This college is the one that suits all your needs. It is important to research into your major and find the university that best reflects it. It is also important to find out about extra curricular things on and around campus. Your going to want to be involved no matter where you go and it's good to know what they have to offer so you can be prepared. At the end of every school day, if you can honestly say that you've grown from your day's experience and found happiness doing it that is when you know you are right where you belong. Don't shy away from schools because of their cost or for any stereotypical quality about it. If you want to be a part of that college then make it happen! There will always be ways to get around costs and most of the time what people think they know about a school isn't always right. Go find out for yourself and make yourself proud by taking a stand to do so.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    A private school with a at home feeling.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    The best part about my school is the involvement with my professors. I have an outstanding advisor and teacher for my major and that is an understatement! I like having someone always behind me pushing me to the max. My advisor does not believe in being a quitter or even settling for less. It's so great to have such a person in my life, she is truly an inspiration. I am stronger through her advising and I learn more then I expect to in every one of her classes. She never stops amazing me.

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  5. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I would brag that everyone here is very friendly and it doesnt matter if you know the professor or the student but you can still say hi in the hallway. Also it is almost never boring here at the school , there is always something to do either on or off campus.

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    The colors. They're michigan colors and since I'm an Ohio State fan, it just doesn't set well with me. =)

    Read all  7 answers
  7. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    About financial aid and the lack of funds here.

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  8. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    Someone who wants to go to a large college. There are only about 2,500 total students at MSJ. A student who wants to just get by and get a degree.

    Read all  6 answers
  9. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    Being expensive.

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  10. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    The sense of community you get when you walk through the doors.

    Read all  4 answers
  11. What kind of person should attend this school?

    A person who will be dedicated and will work hard to accomplish their goals.

    Read all  4 answers
  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    Trying to have enough money to pay the tution.

    Read all  4 answers
  13. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are very nice and willing to help me with anything I need help with.

    Read all  2 answers

Student Body

Students

59%

female

41%

male

1,336

Total Undergrad Enrollment

709

Total Grad Students

20%

Out-Of-State

80%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

35

Student Organizations

N/A

Fraternities

N/A

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

22%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
10%
% Hispanic/Latino
1%
% White or Caucasian
72%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Mount Saint Joseph University receive some sort of financial aid. 44% were awarded federal grants. While 82% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$28,300

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$9,044

Room and Board

38,544

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$12,569
$30 - $48K
$12,112
$48 - $75K
$15,876
$75 - $110K
$19,163
$110K & UP
$21,081

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