Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I work at MU so I can help answer some of your questions.

It's a pretty and small campus split between the main campus off of Glebe road and the Ballston campus. Professors are excellent, involved, know student's names, and are accessible. Some of the academic programs are stronger than others. What does your child want to pursue or study? MU is technically a liberal arts school, but a rising start in technology and business.

The dorms are pretty nice, that is true. I can see why it's a draw. There is a new residency requirement so lots of (traditional age) students live on campus. The PPs comments about catering mostly to night students and older adults is not really applicable anymore, but the university is welcoming to non traditional students. I think your kid will absolutely find their group and feel like they are in the majority in terms of life-phase.

It's a very diverse community. Catholic, but I don't really run into any religious aspects in my day to day. That said, those who are into campus ministry and faith-based groups will have lots of options (for any faith).

In terms of getting value for your money it's very affordable once you factor in aid, especially for good students. The honors program is excellent. Generally I see dedicated, motivated students get excellent internships and graduate on time and do very well. Like most small liberal arts universities. Again, this may vary a bit based on what your kid is majoring in.

I would encourage your kid to follow these Instagram accounts:
@marymountu for the larger university
@marymountace for a taste of campus events
and the accounts for the programs they are interested in to get a sense of community

If my kid was ivy-bound I wouldn't be attracted to a Marymount or a Salisbury or a Christopher Newport. But for the average kid who cares about their education and wants a smaller community they can thrive in with lots of the advantages of DC, it's a good option.

Thank you for the biased view, MU Admissions/PR team/IRMA

I'm actually faculty, and probably biased because I like my job. You got me!

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I work at MU so I can help answer some of your questions.

It's a pretty and small campus split between the main campus off of Glebe road and the Ballston campus. Professors are excellent, involved, know student's names, and are accessible. Some of the academic programs are stronger than others. What does your child want to pursue or study? MU is technically a liberal arts school, but a rising start in technology and business.

The dorms are pretty nice, that is true. I can see why it's a draw. There is a new residency requirement so lots of (traditional age) students live on campus. The PPs comments about catering mostly to night students and older adults is not really applicable anymore, but the university is welcoming to non traditional students. I think your kid will absolutely find their group and feel like they are in the majority in terms of life-phase.

It's a very diverse community. Catholic, but I don't really run into any religious aspects in my day to day. That said, those who are into campus ministry and faith-based groups will have lots of options (for any faith).

In terms of getting value for your money it's very affordable once you factor in aid, especially for good students. The honors program is excellent. Generally I see dedicated, motivated students get excellent internships and graduate on time and do very well. Like most small liberal arts universities. Again, this may vary a bit based on what your kid is majoring in.

I would encourage your kid to follow these Instagram accounts:
@marymountu for the larger university
@marymountace for a taste of campus events
and the accounts for the programs they are interested in to get a sense of community

If my kid was ivy-bound I wouldn't be attracted to a Marymount or a Salisbury or a Christopher Newport. But for the average kid who cares about their education and wants a smaller community they can thrive in with lots of the advantages of DC, it's a good option.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I work at MU so I can help answer some of your questions.

It's a pretty and small campus split between the main campus off of Glebe road and the Ballston campus. Professors are excellent, involved, know student's names, and are accessible. Some of the academic programs are stronger than others. What does your child want to pursue or study? MU is technically a liberal arts school, but a rising start in technology and business.

The dorms are pretty nice, that is true. I can see why it's a draw. There is a new residency requirement so lots of (traditional age) students live on campus. The PPs comments about catering mostly to night students and older adults is not really applicable anymore, but the university is welcoming to non traditional students. I think your kid will absolutely find their group and feel like they are in the majority in terms of life-phase.

It's a very diverse community. Catholic, but I don't really run into any religious aspects in my day to day. That said, those who are into campus ministry and faith-based groups will have lots of options (for any faith).

In terms of getting value for your money it's very affordable once you factor in aid, especially for good students. The honors program is excellent. Generally I see dedicated, motivated students get excellent internships and graduate on time and do very well. Like most small liberal arts universities. Again, this may vary a bit based on what your kid is majoring in.

I would encourage your kid to follow these Instagram accounts:
@marymountu for the larger university
@marymountace for a taste of campus events
and the accounts for the programs they are interested in to get a sense of community

If my kid was ivy-bound I wouldn't be attracted to a Marymount or a Salisbury or a Christopher Newport. But for the average kid who cares about their education and wants a smaller community they can thrive in with lots of the advantages of DC, it's a good option.

Thank you for the biased view, MU Admissions/PR team/IRMA

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I work at MU so I can help answer some of your questions.

It's a pretty and small campus split between the main campus off of Glebe road and the Ballston campus. Professors are excellent, involved, know student's names, and are accessible. Some of the academic programs are stronger than others. What does your child want to pursue or study? MU is technically a liberal arts school, but a rising start in technology and business.

The dorms are pretty nice, that is true. I can see why it's a draw. There is a new residency requirement so lots of (traditional age) students live on campus. The PPs comments about catering mostly to night students and older adults is not really applicable anymore, but the university is welcoming to non traditional students. I think your kid will absolutely find their group and feel like they are in the majority in terms of life-phase.

It's a very diverse community. Catholic, but I don't really run into any religious aspects in my day to day. That said, those who are into campus ministry and faith-based groups will have lots of options (for any faith).

In terms of getting value for your money it's very affordable once you factor in aid, especially for good students. The honors program is excellent. Generally I see dedicated, motivated students get excellent internships and graduate on time and do very well. Like most small liberal arts universities. Again, this may vary a bit based on what your kid is majoring in.

I would encourage your kid to follow these Instagram accounts:
@marymountu for the larger university
@marymountace for a taste of campus events
and the accounts for the programs they are interested in to get a sense of community

If my kid was ivy-bound I wouldn't be attracted to a Marymount or a Salisbury or a Christopher Newport. But for the average kid who cares about their education and wants a smaller community they can thrive in with lots of the advantages of DC, it's a good option.

This is OP _ thank you so much for your reply. I don't consider it biased at all. What your are describing does sound like a good fit for my son. He wants to major in Information Systems/Cybersecurity and I just noticed that MU has a combined BS/MS degree for that.

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I work at MU so I can help answer some of your questions.

It's a pretty and small campus split between the main campus off of Glebe road and the Ballston campus. Professors are excellent, involved, know student's names, and are accessible. Some of the academic programs are stronger than others. What does your child want to pursue or study? MU is technically a liberal arts school, but a rising start in technology and business.

The dorms are pretty nice, that is true. I can see why it's a draw. There is a new residency requirement so lots of (traditional age) students live on campus. The PPs comments about catering mostly to night students and older adults is not really applicable anymore, but the university is welcoming to non traditional students. I think your kid will absolutely find their group and feel like they are in the majority in terms of life-phase.

It's a very diverse community. Catholic, but I don't really run into any religious aspects in my day to day. That said, those who are into campus ministry and faith-based groups will have lots of options (for any faith).

In terms of getting value for your money it's very affordable once you factor in aid, especially for good students. The honors program is excellent. Generally I see dedicated, motivated students get excellent internships and graduate on time and do very well. Like most small liberal arts universities. Again, this may vary a bit based on what your kid is majoring in.

I would encourage your kid to follow these Instagram accounts:
@marymountu for the larger university
@marymountace for a taste of campus events
and the accounts for the programs they are interested in to get a sense of community

If my kid was ivy-bound I wouldn't be attracted to a Marymount or a Salisbury or a Christopher Newport. But for the average kid who cares about their education and wants a smaller community they can thrive in with lots of the advantages of DC, it's a good option.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I work at MU so I can help answer some of your questions.

It's a pretty and small campus split between the main campus off of Glebe road and the Ballston campus. Professors are excellent, involved, know student's names, and are accessible. Some of the academic programs are stronger than others. What does your child want to pursue or study? MU is technically a liberal arts school, but a rising start in technology and business.

The dorms are pretty nice, that is true. I can see why it's a draw. There is a new residency requirement so lots of (traditional age) students live on campus. The PPs comments about catering mostly to night students and older adults is not really applicable anymore, but the university is welcoming to non traditional students. I think your kid will absolutely find their group and feel like they are in the majority in terms of life-phase.

It's a very diverse community. Catholic, but I don't really run into any religious aspects in my day to day. That said, those who are into campus ministry and faith-based groups will have lots of options (for any faith).

In terms of getting value for your money it's very affordable once you factor in aid, especially for good students. The honors program is excellent. Generally I see dedicated, motivated students get excellent internships and graduate on time and do very well. Like most small liberal arts universities. Again, this may vary a bit based on what your kid is majoring in.

I would encourage your kid to follow these Instagram accounts:
@marymountu for the larger university
@marymountace for a taste of campus events
and the accounts for the programs they are interested in to get a sense of community

If my kid was ivy-bound I wouldn't be attracted to a Marymount or a Salisbury or a Christopher Newport. But for the average kid who cares about their education and wants a smaller community they can thrive in with lots of the advantages of DC, it's a good option.

Thank you for the biased view, MU Admissions/PR team/IRMA

Anonymous wrote:Hi OP. I work at MU so I can help answer some of your questions.

It's a pretty and small campus split between the main campus off of Glebe road and the Ballston campus. Professors are excellent, involved, know student's names, and are accessible. Some of the academic programs are stronger than others. What does your child want to pursue or study? MU is technically a liberal arts school, but a rising start in technology and business.

The dorms are pretty nice, that is true. I can see why it's a draw. There is a new residency requirement so lots of (traditional age) students live on campus. The PPs comments about catering mostly to night students and older adults is not really applicable anymore, but the university is welcoming to non traditional students. I think your kid will absolutely find their group and feel like they are in the majority in terms of life-phase.

It's a very diverse community. Catholic, but I don't really run into any religious aspects in my day to day. That said, those who are into campus ministry and faith-based groups will have lots of options (for any faith).

In terms of getting value for your money it's very affordable once you factor in aid, especially for good students. The honors program is excellent. Generally I see dedicated, motivated students get excellent internships and graduate on time and do very well. Like most small liberal arts universities. Again, this may vary a bit based on what your kid is majoring in.

I would encourage your kid to follow these Instagram accounts:
@marymountu for the larger university
@marymountace for a taste of campus events
and the accounts for the programs they are interested in to get a sense of community

If my kid was ivy-bound I wouldn't be attracted to a Marymount or a Salisbury or a Christopher Newport. But for the average kid who cares about their education and wants a smaller community they can thrive in with lots of the advantages of DC, it's a good option.

Anonymous wrote:It’s good for nursing and interior design.

Anonymous wrote:I think it's mainly used by people who are working in their careers and want to get a degree at night. That's the impression I've always had -- it's more of a convenience type of "university" to serve the working adults in the DC area.

I've never thought of it as a place where 18 yr olds go to college.