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Marymount College

Established in 1932 by the Roman Catholic order, Marymount College is the only co-educational, private, two-year liberal arts college in California, United States. Marymount College's recent enrollments have benen more than 700 students. The college offers degrees in a wide range of disciplines such as anthropology, communication arts, computer science, economics, education, mathematics, music, philosophy, religious studies, sociology, speech and theater arts.

Marymount College is home to several student clubs and organizations. Some of the student clubs and organizations include Associated Students of Marymount College, Residence Hall Association, Marymount Opportunities for Volunteer Experiences, Amnesty International, Golf Club, Gay/Straight Alliance, Surfing Club, Black Student Union and Fine Arts League.

Campus Location

30800 Palos Verdes Dr. East
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275-6299
USA
Main Tel: 3103775501100
Web Site

The campus is in a large suburb.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

  • Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
  • Many students concentrating in liberal arts.
  • Number of dorm rooms for students.
  • High faculty salary.
  • Good faculty-to-student ratio.
  • Large number of students.
  • High male/female ratio.

Other important characteristics:

  • Library on-campus
  • Campus housing available
  • Student meal (board) plan
  • Study abroad option
  • Weekend study option
  • Part-time classes available
  • Athlete financial aid

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

DegreeTotal
Earned
Different
Programs
Associate1322

Students

Student enrollment was 675 in 2007-2008 (632 full-time equivalent).

About 46% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 54% of the class.

Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students.

About 10% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 90% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

ItemCost
State Tuition and fees$ 23,744
Room$ 10,290
Board$ 3,800
Books and supplies$ 1,242
Other$ 2,763

Financial Aid: Marymount participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2008-2009):

Full-Time Faculty  Total
Without tenure; tenure not available  39

Housing and Meals

Marymount provides on-campus housing for 420 of its 632 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 14 meals weekly.

Admissions (2008-2009)

ApplicantsAdmitted
Men55%
Women65%
All60%

Programs of Study

(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses)

LIBERAL ARTS (132 awarded)

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

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