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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Cincinnati, OH

Mount St. Joseph University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in OH. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$36,650

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

56.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

52.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$51,509

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Mount St. Joseph University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Cincinnati, OH. With a competitive tuition profile of $36,650, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 52.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing440 – 548
20025th–75th percentile800
Math440 – 535
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite17 – 24
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

56.5%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$146,600

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

6.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$21,509

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$68,490

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$283,580

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Mount St. Joseph University is $26,827.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
52.5%
47.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
74.2%
Black
12.4%
Two or more
7.0%
Hispanic
4.8%
Unknown
0.8%
Asian
0.6%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%
International
0.0%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$36,650

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$11,206
$30k - $48k$11,412
$48k - $75k$15,526
$75k+$16,001

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,827
Pell Grant Recipients27.3%
Using Federal Loans54.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment58.7%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.0%

Success

52.9%

In-State Cost

$36,650

Age 25+ Students

5.1%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

564 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Cincinnati (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Cincinnati (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Cincinnati

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$810

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$919

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,195

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Cincinnati metropolitan area.