by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a The Mount degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how The Mount measures up.
The Mount is ranked #2,324 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Maryland, it ranks #38 of 45 for value.
These The Mount majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Accounting / Finance | #24 of 28 |
| Other Accounting and Related Services | #24 of 28 |
| Other Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences | #43 of 63 |
| Other Health Professions | #43 of 63 |
| Other Research & Experimental Psychology | #77 of 109 |
| Psychology | #77 of 109 |
| Criminology | #107 of 144 |
| Social Science | #107 of 144 |
| Child Development & Psychology | #114 of 160 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #121 of 169 |
Read the full The Mount value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Mount St. Mary’s University is ranked #10 out of #47 in Maryland for quality and #38 out of #45 for Maryland value.
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Mount St. Mary’s University is ranked #2,324 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Mount St. Mary’s University is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at The Mount costs about $24,705. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $98,818 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $63,646 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,655 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $24,705 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $98,818 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about The Mount net price and the factors that affect it.
What The Mount costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a The Mount degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $254,584 | — | — |
| All Students | $98,818 | #2,324 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $90,620 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $254,584 | — | — |
| All Students | $98,818 | #38 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $90,620 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at The Mount shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $14,674 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,842 |
| $48K–$75K | $24,088 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,028 |
| Over $110K | $31,050 |
About 95% of The Mount undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $36,591 per year. Get more details on the The Mount financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average The Mount cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.