Marymount University
Marymount University is a private research university in Arlington, Virginia, enrolling about 1,810 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 93.16% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $67,516 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $40,920
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,137 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 93.16% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,810 95.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 53.51%
Marymount University: what the data shows
Common questions about Marymount University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Marymount University?
Marymount University is located in Arlington, VA (ZIP 22207-4299).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Marymount University public or private?
Marymount University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Marymount University cost?
Published tuition: $40,920.
Average net price after aid: $29,137.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $27,413 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $27,111 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $27,718 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $31,962 |
| $110,001+ | $30,618 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $163,680.
How hard is it to get into Marymount University?
Admission rate: 93.16%.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Marymount University?
Total enrollment: 1,810 students.
About 95% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Marymount University?
150%-time completion rate: 53.51%.
First-year retention: 72.6%.
What do graduates of Marymount University earn?
Median earnings: $57,801 six years after entry; $67,516 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,000.
23.06% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Marymount University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (963 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (105 completions)
- Educational Administration & Support (104 completions)
- CIP 422812 (96 completions)
- General Computer & Information Sciences (85 completions)
- CIP 520201 (84 completions)
- Graphic Communications (61 completions)
- CIP 511508 (39 completions)
- Health Professions and Related Programs (37 completions)
- CIP 512308 (36 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Marymount University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 93.16%; completion rate 53.51%; median earnings $67,516 at 10 years; net price $29,137. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$40,920
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Marymount University was $40,920.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,137
2024 Value
In 2024 Marymount University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,137.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$116,548 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,137 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$163,680 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Marymount University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
23.06% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
34.30% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Marymount University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Marymount University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $26,430 | $26,430 | $22,456 |
| 2014 | $27,470 | $27,470 | $24,796 |
| 2015 | $28,310 | $28,310 | $25,146 |
| 2016 | $29,780 | $29,780 | $24,259 |
| 2017 | $30,876 | $30,876 | $24,314 |
| 2018 | $31,926 | $31,926 | $24,933 |
| 2019 | $33,330 | $33,330 | $26,078 |
| 2020 | $34,540 | $34,540 | $22,856 |
| 2021 | $36,050 | $36,050 | $26,300 |
| 2022 | $37,600 | $37,600 | $23,659 |
| 2023 | $39,050 | $39,050 | $25,153 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
93.16% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
95.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Marymount University in 2024 is 1,810 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
41.89% 100% Completion Time
53.51% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 41.89% of students graduating from Marymount University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Marymount University.
Return on Investment
$25,000 Median Student Debt
$67,516 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
37.03% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
479.30% Return on Investment
3.7 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Marymount University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 105 completions
Educational Administration & Support: 104 completions
CIP 42.2812: 96 completions
General Computer & Information Sciences: 85 completions
CIP 52.0201: 84 completions
Graphic Communications: 61 completions
CIP 51.1508: 39 completions
Health Professions and Related Programs: 37 completions
CIP 51.2308: 36 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 963 completions
Most popular programs at Marymount University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Marymount University graduates.
About
Marymount University is a private non-profit institution located in Arlington, VA, offering 54 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,810 students. The admission rate is 93.16%. The institution maintains a 53.51% graduation rate. Approximately 23.06% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Arlington, VA 22207-4299
Region: Southeast
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 54 distinct degree programs, Marymount University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Marymount University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $40,920 and average net price is $29,137 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Marymount University?
The admission rate is 93.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What do graduates of Marymount University earn?
Median earnings are $57,801 six years after entry and $67,516 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Marymount University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 53.5% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Marymount University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,000.
How big is Marymount University?
Total enrollment is about 1,810 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Marymount University public or private?
Marymount University is a private nonprofit institution located in Arlington, VA.
Is Marymount University an HBCU?
No. Marymount University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Marymount University a tribal college?
No. Marymount University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Marymount University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Marymount University reports 30.4% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Marymount University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Marymount University: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.