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Marymount University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Midsize
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 871
Religious affiliation Catholic
Student to faculty ratio 14 to 1
Acceptance rate 84%
Students retention rate 79%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Arlington, Virginia, Marymount University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 84% indicates that Marymount University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Marymount University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, Marymount University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Marymount University boasts an impressive student retention rate of 79% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 81% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

83.7%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$36,050

Cost of attendance at Marymount University in 2022 for students from Virginia.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Virginia's average $14,223
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$36,050

Cost of attendance at Marymount University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Virginia's average $33,092
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 97 of freshman students at Marymount University received on average $22,448 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$22,448
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 103 29% $5,004 $515,378
Other Federal Grant 118 33% $5,604 $661,217
State Grant/Scholarships 109 30% $3,537 $385,530
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 348 97% $19,440 $6,765,078
Total Grant & Scholarships 348 97% $22,448 $7,811,825

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Marymount University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Marymount University students is 62.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 63.8%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 59.2%.

62.1%

  • asian 58.6% 17 students
  • African American 45.9% 28 students
  • white 67.3% 113 students
  • unknown 73.3% 11 students
  • hawaiian 66.7% 2 students
  • hispanic 56.2% 41 students
  • International Students 76.7% 23 students
  • Mixed Race 62.5% 5 students

Sport Conferences

  • Baseball Atlantic East Conference
  • Basketball Atlantic East Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Atlantic East Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Marymount University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Marymount University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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