U.S. News and World Report's Best Colleges 2012. Mount St. Mary's University was named one of the 25 best universities in the region by U.S. News and World Report. The Mount moved up to number 21 in the Regional Universities - North Division - advancing in the ratings for the second year in a row. Plus, the Mount made the Report's A+ Schools for B Students list in the North Region for the first time this year.

The Mount also made the U.S. News and World Report's A+ Schools for B Students list in the North Region for the first time this year.

What Will They Learn: Mount graded as a B. The core curriculum is the cornerstone of a Mount education and its most distinctive feature. All students complete a four-year integrated sequence of courses designed both to convey a common intellectual experience and to provide the intensive training in critical skills needed for success in college and in the workplace. Be sure to compare us to other schools in your search!

National College Ranking Places the Mount in Top Ten. First Things' Survey of America’s Colleges and Universities ranks Mount St. Mary’s University in its top ten “Most Catholic Catholic Schools.”

Newman Guide lists the Mount as Faithful and Affordable. Mount St. Mary’s University is named one of the top Catholic colleges in the nation for the second year in a row. The Mount, with campuses in Emmitsburg and Frederick, Maryland has made the list of Catholic, faithful and affordable colleges and universities and is known for its rigorous academic programs, vibrant campus activities, and its four pillars – Faith, Discovery, Leadership and Community.