School Information

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Total Enrollment 1,487
Student-to-Faculty Ratio 23 : 1

Mount Ida College

http://www.mountida.edu
777 Dedham Street, Newton, Massachusetts 02459
(617) 928-4500

Mount Ida College provides a diverse community of learners a challenging education that blends the liberal arts with professional preparation. We dedicate our energy, imagination, and resources to empowering all students to achieve academically and contribute responsibly in a changing world.

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Campus Setting City: Small
Disability Services Student 3% or less
 
School Costs

At Mount Ida College, 96.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 96.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $8,484), and 80% receive loans ($7,345 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $11,450. Off campus it is around $11,450.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Mount Ida College is $26,553 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 2,498 people applied to Mount Ida College. Of the applicants, 70.0% were admitted (63.0% male & 74.0% female ) and 31.0% accepted (32.0% male and 31.0% female)

Of the 1,476 undergraduate students at Mount Ida College, 7.0% are part-time. A majority (90.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 100.0% of the 11 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     55.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     63.0%
Part Time Retention Rates     33.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     25.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     34.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     36.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 617-928-4553
Admissions Office Email admissions@mountida.edu
Admissions Office Address 777 Dedham St. Newton, MA 02459.
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.mountida.edu/sp.cfm?pageid=285
Admissions Website http://www.mountida.edu/sp.cfm?pageid=413 (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.mountida.edu/sp.cfm?pageid=413
Application Fee $35

In order to be accepted to Mount Ida College, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
  • TOEFL
 
Test Scores
Mount Ida College SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 378
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 477
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 375
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 476
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 368
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 472
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 15
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 20
 
Mount Ida College Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Agriculture, agriculture operations, and related sciences 2
Equestrian/Equine Studies 2
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 2
American/United States Studies/Civilization 2
Biological and biomedical sciences 3
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 3
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 4 62
Business Administration and Management, General 1 43
Fashion Merchandising 3 16
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management 0 3
Communication, journalism, and related programs 0 1
Communication and Media Studies, Other 0 1
Communications technologies/technicians and support services 15
Animation, Interactive Tech, Video Graphics and Special Effects 15
Education 7
Early Childhood Education and Teaching 7
English language and literature/letters 3
English Language and Literature/Letters, Other 3
Family and consumer sciences/human sciences 1
Child Care Provider/Assistant 1
Health professions and related clinical sciences 17 21
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 16
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant 1 21
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 2 8
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 2 6
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 0 2
Personal and culinary services 7 4
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General 7 4
Psychology 12
Psychology, Other 12
Public administration and social service professions 0 0
Human Services, General 0 0
Security and protective services 1 15
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 1 12
Forensic Science and Technology 3
Visual and performing arts 4 46
Commercial and Advertising Art 0 0
Fashion/Apparel Design 3 24
Interior Design 1 22
 
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