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Mount St. Joseph University

Also known as: The Mount, MSJ

Private Nonprofit school in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

Founded in 1920 as Ohio’s first Catholic university for women, MSJ is now a coeducational institution enrolling about 2,500 students on its 68‑acre suburban campus in Delhi Township along the Ohio River. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, the university offers over 40 undergraduate programs and graduate degrees in fields such as nursing, education, business, and healthcare, integrating faith and service into its curriculum. MSJ maintains a 13:1 student‑faculty ratio, fields NCAA Division II Lions athletic teams, and provides modern facilities including labs, performance venues, and wellness centers. Committed to social responsibility and academic excellence, the Mount emphasizes service‑learning, community engagement, and professional preparation.

private nonprofit

Catholic

test-optional

residential campus

SAT Scores are optional

This university has a test-optional policy.

Mount St. Joseph University offers a test‑optional admissions pathway: incoming freshmen may choose whether to submit ACT or SAT scores, and scores will not be required or considered in admission review.

Note: Some programs or scholarships may still recommend or require SAT scores. Always verify the latest admission criteria on the official university website.

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