forward. ALL WAYS
YOUR WAY FORWARD BEGINS AT THE Right Place on the River
FOUNDED IN 1847 by the Sisters of Charity of New York, the University of Mount Saint Vincent is a rigorous and inclusive Catholic and ecumenical liberal arts institution with nationally recognized undergraduate and graduate programs. Our scenic campus is located on the Hudson River, in the Riverdale neighborhood of New York City.
The Undergraduate College combines a strong core curriculum with a full array of majors. Small class sizes and personalized attention provide our talented students with an exceptional academic experience.
The University of Mount Saint Vincent is the place for students to explore widely and change course freely—just like our neighboring River. There are a number of paths you can take at the Mount, each as unique and nuanced as they are, but all with one trait in common—they are always moving forward.
EDUCATION FOR LIFE AND CAREER— not just a job
You’ll explore unfamiliar ideas. You’ll be challenged to do even better than your best—and you’ll be a part of an academic community supportive enough to make success a reality. Here, you’ll create a personalized path to a future of your own design, enriching your studies within and beyond the classroom to to create a well-rounded Mount experience.
ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Accounting ● ●
Art History ● ●
Biochemistry ●
Biology ● ●
Business ●
Business Administration ●
Chemistry ● ●
Communication ● ●
Computation and Coding ●
Computer Science ●
Dance ●
Data Analytics ●
Economics ● ●
Education ●
English ● ●
Environmental Studies ●
French ●
French Studies ●
General Science ● ●
Healthcare Administration ● Healthcare Management ● History ● ●
Interdisciplinary Studies ● International Studies ●
Italian ●
Italian and Italian Diaspora Studies ●
Latin American Studies ●
Law ●
Law and Social Justice ●
Mathematics ● ●
Nursing ●
Philippine Studies ● Philosophy ● ●
Political Science ●
Psychology ● ●
Public Policy ●
Religious Studies ● ●
Service Learning and Leadership ●
Social Services ●
Sociology ● ●
Spanish ● ●
Sports Management ●
Studio Art ● ●
Theatre ● ●
Urban Studies ●
Visual Arts and Experimental Media ●
Web Design ●
Women’s Studies ●
Writing ●
CONCENTRATIONS AND SPECIALIZATIONS
Advertising
Criminology and Justice
Cybersecurity
Digital Marketing
JOINT DEGREES
Criminology and Justice
Education
History
Library and Information Sciences
Finance Information Systems
Media Production
Pre-Law
Pre-Med
Public Relations
Social Media ...and more!
Nursing
Occupational Therapy
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Podiatric Medicine
Social Work
Sociology
Sport Management
MEETING STUDENTS WHEN AND WHERE THEY NEED US
We offer various programs to support incoming students in making a successful transition to college—plus, our renowned advising program is designed to foster student success, beginning your first semester until graduation.
Nervous about the shift from high school to college? We offer First Year Experience (FYE), a stimulating and informational course to help you learn study skills, explore service opportunities, integrate career education into your studies, and develop strong relationships with your peers.
Searching for a unique and challenging approach in your studies? We have an Honors Program for that—with members typically representing the top 5% of their class.
Need some extra support with coursework? We got you—from our Academic Resource Center to the Oxley Integrated Advising Program, we learn what you need to thrive and make sure you get it.
First member of your family to attend college? Looking for some additional guidance while adjusting to college life? Look no further than TRiO, which assists low-income and firstgeneration college students with superb academic and professional growth.
Unsure about continuing your education? The Mount Access Program (MAP) is designed for students who show potential and motivation to succeed in college, but have test scores or high school records below normal admission requirements.
Looking to overcome academic vulnerabilities despite limited financial resources? The Arthur O. Eve Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP) serves eligible New York State residents, preparing them to succeed at the college level and beyond.
Ready to kickstart your journey as a leader? The Center for Leadership provides opportunities for students to recognize their own potential and use that discovery to create more meaningful and impactful engagement at and beyond the University.
10,000+ INTERNSHIPS IN NYC
It’s a big world and Mount students are ready for it. The Mount’s location in New York City ensures you’ll have ready access to internship opportunities at top businesses, entertainment companies, healthcare facilities, government agencies, and more.
LET’S GET CLINICAL
Nursing students complete clinical placements, externships, and preceptorships—one-on-one training with experienced nurses—at New York’s most renowned hospitals, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Mount Sinai Hospital, NYU Langone Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian University Hospitals of Columbia and Cornell, and more.
MINDS AT WORK: UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
The Center for University Research sponsors and supports students developing original research across the University—frequently inspired by work that begins in the classroom. From psychology to genetics, Mount students present their nationally recognized projects at conferences across the country.
7O ACRES OF ROLLING HILLS overlooking the Hudson
The first thing people notice when they visit the Mount is the striking beauty of the campus. On your way to class every day, you’ll walk past a visual medley of grassy hills, historic sites, classic architecture, and modern buildings.
We maintain a thriving campus atmosphere, while creating new facilities and opportunities for students. Updated buildings and residence halls offer students access to various suites, lounges, kitchens, and study areas. You can live in a single, with a roommate, or with a group of fellow Mount students in one of our six dorms.
The University also has state-of-the-art simulation labs, a TV production studio, radio station, digital media labs, art and performance studios, a black box theater, professional dance studios, a music conservatory, sports medicine suites, NCAA regulation athletic facilities, and so much more.
YOU’RE IN New
York
NYC is your playground. And your classroom.
You’ll cheer on the Yankees...or the Mets. You’ll see Wicked or Hamilton (and at a much lower price than usual: Student Affairs’ programming makes tickets to events like Broadway shows, games, and concerts available at seriously discounted rates). And we’re just minutes away from the best of the City—that means museums, theaters, restaurants, shopping, Central Park, Madison Square Garden, Wall Street, the United Nations, and much more.
GET INVOLVED outside the classroom
We seek the development of the whole person, and that means giving you plenty of opportunities to explore your passions outside the classroom, as well as in it. A vibrant campus life is part of our mission.
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
We have more than 40 different clubs and organizations on campus. Whatever your interest—journalism, finance, creative writing, acting, art, dance, cultural awareness, athletics, community service, the environment, and more— there’s a club for you. Don’t see something that interests you? Gather some friends and start a club of your own!
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Mount graduates go on to become leaders in education, business, medicine, nursing, communication, and government. The strong sense of direction and purpose that carries them starts right here. There are many ways to hone your leadership skills—you can be an orientation leader or a resident assistant, join the Student Government Association (SGA), take on a leadership role in your club, or play a bigger part as captain of an athletic team.
WORK HARD, PLAY HARD:
athletics at the Mount
The Department of Athletics and Recreation is committed to reflecting the values of excellence and achievement to which our institution aspires.
The Mount is a member of the Skyline Conference and an NCAA Division III affiliate. We currently offer over a dozen varsity sports and emphasize athletic participation as an integral part of the overall collegiate experience. We also offer many intramural and club sports, open to all members of our Dolphin student body.
The Department complements the University’s mission, emphasizing the holistic development of our students—we encourage honesty, integrity, teamwork, and discipline. We are dedicated to providing the support and resources that our students need to be successful in the classroom, in the arena of competition, in service to our community, and in their chosen profession.
ATHLETICS
Our on-campus facilities include a turf athletic field, performance and auxiliary gyms, dance studios, and a 7,500-square-foot fitness center housed in the Peter Jay Sharp Athletic and Recreation Center.
MEN’S
• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Lacrosse
• Soccer
• Volleyball
CO-ED
• ESports
WOMEN'S
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Lacrosse
• Soccer
• Softball
• Volleyball
INTRAMURAL AND CLUB SPORTS
• Basketball
• Boxing
• Dodgeball
• Flag Football
• Indoor Soccer
• Ultimate Frisbee
• Volleyball
• Wrestling
COMING IN 2025: Men’s and Women’s Tennis!
LEADERS in service
Service is not an extracurricular activity at the Mount. Service is an essential component of the University’s mission and the charism of the Sisters of Charity.
Opportunities to serve can be found across the campus and throughout the curriculum. At the Mount, students engage in service to pursue knowledge, develop an understanding and appreciation for individuals from diverse backgrounds, and prepare themselves to address the challenges facing our communities, both locally and globally.
Over 1,000 student volunteers complete an average of 10,000 hours of volunteer service annually. In addition, students spend over 3,000 hours in reflection each year—which includes Masses and liturgies, service debriefs, advocacy brainstorming, and more.
100% INCLUSIVE
At the Mount, you’re part of a vibrant, authentically inclusive community that allows you to experience different viewpoints every day. Everyone has a home here.
Diversity is an important piece of your educational experience—you’ll share your unique perspective with those around you and gain new insights from your peers.
Plenty of colleges and universities help their students succeed, but the best are the ones that truly transform the lives of their graduates. Studies and rankings consistently recognize us among the best in the nation for our commitment to extraordinary student success—so it’s no
surprise that we were ranked first—yes, first— among private, not-for-profit colleges in NYC for social mobility according to U.S. News and World Report’s list measuring how well colleges serve low-income students.
The University of Mount Saint Vincent is a place that encourages discovery and bold decisions. You’ll learn from those around you—sometimes moving forward on the same path, sometimes forging your own.
FROM PASSION to profession
Life after college begins while you’re still in college. You’ll do an internship, or two, to find out what you want to do, or what you don’t—which can be just as valuable. Grad school on your radar? No problem. There are plenty of people on campus to support you with the application process.
The University’s Oxley Integrated Advising Program helps students appreciate their strengths and interests, understand the value and range of opportunities associated with them, and strategize how to translate what they love into a meaningful career.
Whatever your goals, there are a wide range of on- and off-campus resources to help you reach them and launch your future. And our location is as convenient for your future as it is for your social life. We’re just 20 minutes away from Midtown Manhattan, providing easy access to the finest internship and job opportunities in the country.
MOUNT MADE
More than 17,000 students have graduated from the University of Mount Saint Vincent. Much like you, they came to the Mount full of promise and hope. Here, they prepared for a career, not just a job.
Meet just a few of them!
Kelly Martin ’10 SVP, Barstool Sports
Eugene Toussaint ’10 CEO, Attorneys with Swag
Kelvin Gentles ’05 Executive Director, Archdiocese of New York
Michelle Ross ’14 Reporter, FOX 5 News
Ellen Carlin ’99 Consultant, Parapet Science & Policy Consulting
James Vazquez ’06 VP, Bank of America
Mallorie Bocachica ’10 Principal, Uncommon Schools
Lawrence Caputo ’12
Productions Manager, MSG Networks
YOU DON’T HAVE TO LEAVE
With various on-campus, online, accelerated, professional, and certificate programs, earning a graduate or professional degree at the Mount gives students the knowledge and skills to empower themselves and change the world.
ON-SITE
· MS Physician Assistant Program
· MS in Nursing | Family Nurse Practitioner
· Accelerated Second Degree in Nursing
ONLINE
· MBA
· MS in Management
· MS in Education (Select from one of our tracks in early childhood, childhood, adolescent, special, and/or TESOL education)
CERTIFICATE | PROFESSIONAL
· Advanced Certificate | Family Nurse Practitioner
· Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)—Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) Certification
· Bachelor of Arts in Communication
· Bachelor of Arts in Economics
· Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
· Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy
· Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
· Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Professional Studies
· Bachelor of Science in Accounting
· Bachelor of Science in Business Data Analytics
· Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Administration
· Graduate Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
· Graduate Certificate in Risk Management
· ESOL Advanced Certificate
JOINT DEGREE PROGRAMS
Capitalize on the resources of world-class partners and even receive advanced standing in recognition of coursework, which can result in the completion of two degrees at an accelerated pace.
CRIMINOLOGY AND JUSTICE (BA/MA)
· St. John’s University
EDUCATION (BA/MS)
· University of Mount Saint Vincent
HISTORY (BA/MA)
· St. John’s University
LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCES (BA/MS)
· St. John’s University
NURSING (BS/MS)
· University of Mount Saint Vincent
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (Biology: BA/MS) (Psychology: BA/MS)
· Dominican University
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (Biology: BS/MS) (Psychology: BA/MS)
· Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
PHARMACY (BA/PHARMD)
· University of St. Joseph School of Pharmacy
PHYSICAL THERAPY (BS/DPT)
· New York Medical College
PODIATRIC MEDICINE (BS/DPM)
· New York College of Podiatric Medicine
SOCIAL WORK (BA/MSW)
· Fordham University
SOCIAL WORK (BA/MSW)
· Yeshiva University
SOCIOLOGY (BA/MA)
· St. John’s University
SPORT MANAGEMENT (BA/MPS)
· St. John’s University