Mount Saint Mary's University

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Mount Saint Mary's University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Mount Saint Mary's University's admissions stats.

Mount Saint Mary's University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	17%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Waitlist	No

Mount Saint Mary's University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Mount Saint Mary's University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 30

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Considering Applying Early to Mount Saint Mary's University?

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Mount Saint Mary's University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Mount Saint Mary's University will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 30.

Mount Saint Mary's University accepts around 95% of early action applicants and 90% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2021, Mount Saint Mary's University admitted 626 of the 661 who applied early action.

➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Mount Saint Mary's University Admissions

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Transferring to Mount Saint Mary's University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Mount Saint Mary's University

Mount Saint Mary's University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Mount Saint Mary's University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Mount Saint Mary's University

Wondering what factors are considered by Mount Saint Mary's University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Mount Saint Mary's University for more information on admission factors.

Mount Saint Mary's University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Mount Saint Mary's University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Mount Saint Mary's University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.4

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Mount Saint Mary's University?

Students admitted to Mount Saint Mary's University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 54% submitted a class rank. At Mount Saint Mary's University 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 48% were in the top 25% and 82% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Mount Saint Mary's University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	26%
3.75 and 3.99	17%
3.50 and 3.74	14%
3.25 and 3.49	14%
3.00 and 3.24	12%
2.50 and 2.9	14%
2.00 and 2.49	3%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Mount Saint Mary's University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Mount Saint Mary's University does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Mount Saint Mary's University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Mount Saint Mary's University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Mount Saint Mary's University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Mount Saint Mary's University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Mount Saint Mary's University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Mount Saint Mary's University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Mount Saint Mary's University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Mount Saint Mary's University accept transfer credits?

✅ Mount Saint Mary's University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Mount Saint Mary's University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Mount Saint Mary's University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Mount Saint Mary's University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Mount Saint Mary's University?

✅ Mount Saint Mary's University is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is Mount Saint Mary's University's acceptance rate?

✅ Mount Saint Mary's University has an acceptance rate of 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Mount Saint Mary's University?

❌ Mount Saint Mary's University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Mount Saint Mary's University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Mount Saint Mary's University was 95% in 2021.

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