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Catholic college

Mount Saint Mary's University

  • LocationLos Angeles, CA
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 2,308 students
  • SponsorSisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet
  • TraditionSisters of St. Joseph

All-female

Official website

Mount Saint Mary's University in Los Angeles, founded in 1925 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, describes itself as a Catholic university primarily for women; its traditional baccalaureate programs are on the Chalon Campus in Brentwood. The LACE general education curriculum requires a Spirit of the Founders course described as rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition; no specific theology or philosophy course, and a Religious Studies major is offered. The university's main website does not permit automated access.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Mount Saint Mary's University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Martin of Tours Church: 1.7 mi1Campus Ministry & Spirituality (Humanities Building, Chalon Campus): 0.2 miMount Saint Mary's University (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Martin of Tours Church — 1.7 mi

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

N/ASacramental life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Sacramental life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Scheduled confession on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adorationNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Priests serving studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adorationNot enough information: no verified Mass times are recorded.
FTheology and core curriculum: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

28 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsNone required (The 2026-27 LACE general education requirements list no religious studies requirement. The required Spirit of the Founders course (3 units) can be met by religious studies courses such as RST 21 'Who are Catholics and what do they believe?' but also by business, global policy, health policy, music, philosophy, politics, and SJSD courses; it is not counted as a theology requirement.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “LACE includes 12 units of course work in the Central Core category, with 3 units completed in each core: Spirit of the Founders, Community, Global Awareness and Understanding, and Women and Gender.”
      The Central Core requires 3 units each in Spirit of the Founders, Community, Global Awareness and Understanding, and Women and Gender.
      “This includes coursework that deepens students’ understanding of the Mission of the University and the spirit and charism of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Courses are rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition”
      Spirit of the Founders courses are described as rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
      “BUS 169 | Issues of Corporate Responsibility & Ethics | 3 | GLP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | HCP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | MUS 174 | Music Health & Wellbeing | 3 | PHI 15 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3”
      Spirit of the Founders can be met by business, global policy, health policy, music, or philosophy courses, among others.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)The requirement can be met with no Catholic theology content (No theology course is required. RST 21 'Who are Catholics and what do they believe?' is one option among many non-theology courses in Spirit of the Founders.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “BUS 169 | Issues of Corporate Responsibility & Ethics | 3 | GLP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | HCP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | MUS 174 | Music Health & Wellbeing | 3 | PHI 15 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3”
      Spirit of the Founders can be met by business, global policy, health policy, music, or philosophy courses, among others.
      “RST 21 | Sacred Thought - Who are Catholics and what do they believe? | 3”
      RST 21, a course on Catholic belief, is one option for Spirit of the Founders.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsNone required (The Critical Thinking requirement may be met by PHI 5, PHI 10, or POL 103 Legal Reasoning, and Spirit of the Founders by non-philosophy courses; no philosophy course is required.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “B. Critical Thinking (3 units): PHI 5 | Introduction to Logic | 3 | PHI 10 | Critical Thinking | 3 | POL 103 | Legal Reasoning | 3”
      The Critical Thinking requirement can be met by PHI 5, PHI 10, or POL 103 Legal Reasoning.
      “BUS 169 | Issues of Corporate Responsibility & Ethics | 3 | GLP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | HCP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | MUS 174 | Music Health & Wellbeing | 3 | PHI 15 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3”
      Spirit of the Founders can be met by business, global policy, health policy, music, or philosophy courses, among others.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description (Spirit of the Founders is one of LACE's four central themes; its courses are described as rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, and its learning outcome has students engage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “This includes coursework that deepens students’ understanding of the Mission of the University and the spirit and charism of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Courses are rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition”
      Spirit of the Founders courses are described as rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
      “Spirit of the Founders: Students will engage in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition as expressed in the CSJ mission of serving God and Neighbor as one by analyzing and applying this knowledge to advance core values of social justice, human rights and engagement.”
      The Spirit of the Founders learning outcome has students engage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition to advance social justice and human rights.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes (B.A. in Religious Studies (also a minor and an M.A.).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Religious Studies (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/courses-of-instruction/religious-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The department offers both an undergraduate major and a minor in Religious Studies, and also a Masters degree in Religious Studies.”
      A Religious Studies major is offered.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/ACampus culture and residence life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Campus culture and residence life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)One (1: Christie De La Gándara, Director, Campus Ministry & Spirituality, the only campus ministry position in the 2026-27 catalog's staff list. No campus ministry staff page could be read. The 2025 archdiocesan directory listed five campus ministry staff; the 2026-27 catalog shows changed roles; that list was not used.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Academic and Student Affairs (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/trustees-and-administration/administrative-officers/academic-and-student-affairs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Christie De La Gándara Director, Campus Ministry & Spirituality”
      Christie De La Gándara is Director of Campus Ministry & Spirituality.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Retreats offered to students each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex floors or wings only (The university describes itself as a women's university with select co-educational programs; the Chalon Campus's five residence halls have two floors designated as male housing. No page says which halls are entirely women's housing.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - The Chalon Campus (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/the-university/the-campuses/the-chalon-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Chalon campus has 5 residence halls that provide living accommodations for approximately 475 students. 2 floors are designated as male housing spaces.”
      The Chalon Campus has five residence halls, with two floors designated as male housing.
    2. Mount Saint Mary's University - Admission (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/general-information/admission · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mount Saint Mary's University is a women's university that offers select co-educational programs.”
      The university is a women's university with select co-educational programs.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityNot enough information: not found in official sources.
BService and Catholic social teaching: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

80 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (The Office of Women's Leadership and Student Engagement organizes community engagement and service opportunities, including the Community Student Ambassador Program and Alternative Spring Break.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Women's Leadership and Student Engagement (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/womens-leadership-and-student-engagement · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “WLSE also provides various civic and community engagement opportunities. Through the Community Student Ambassador Program, Mount students provide college information and leadership education to local schools and community partners. Various service opportunities are offered including the Alternative Spring Break program that bring students into our community to serve while also learning about current policy issues.”
      The Office of Women's Leadership and Student Engagement runs community engagement and service programs, including Alternative Spring Break.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs) (Some courses in the required LACE Community category include learning experiences in which students contribute to the well-being of local neighborhoods; community engagement is not required in every course.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In addition, some courses include learning experiences that provide opportunities for students to contribute to the well-being of the cities and neighborhoods in which they live.”
      Some courses in the Community core include community-engaged learning experiences.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Part of the required core (Every bachelor's student takes a Spirit of the Founders course; its stated outcome is to analyze and apply ideas of social justice, human rights, and ethics in light of the CSJ mission and the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Undergraduate Degree Programs (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/the-university/undergraduate-degree-programs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “(ILO #7) Spirit of the Founders: Mount graduates will analyze and apply ideas and theories of social justice, human rights, ethics and engagement in light of the CSJ Mission and the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.”
      An institutional learning outcome has graduates apply ideas of social justice and ethics in light of the CSJ mission and the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.
    2. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Spirit of the Founders: Students will engage in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition as expressed in the CSJ mission of serving God and Neighbor as one by analyzing and applying this knowledge to advance core values of social justice, human rights and engagement.”
      The Spirit of the Founders learning outcome has students engage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition to advance social justice and human rights.
      “LACE includes 12 units of course work in the Central Core category, with 3 units completed in each core: Spirit of the Founders, Community, Global Awareness and Understanding, and Women and Gender.”
      The Central Core requires 3 units each in Spirit of the Founders, Community, Global Awareness and Understanding, and Women and Gender.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)One (Alternative Spring Break, in which students serve in the local community while learning about current policy issues.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Women's Leadership and Student Engagement (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/womens-leadership-and-student-engagement · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “WLSE also provides various civic and community engagement opportunities. Through the Community Student Ambassador Program, Mount students provide college information and leadership education to local schools and community partners. Various service opportunities are offered including the Alternative Spring Break program that bring students into our community to serve while also learning about current policy issues.”
      The Office of Women's Leadership and Student Engagement runs community engagement and service programs, including Alternative Spring Break.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Yes (Campus Ministry & Spirituality, which presents itself in terms of the university's Catholic identity and the Sisters of St. Joseph, invites students to 'serve your neighbor' and offers 'many ways to serve and to work for global justice.'.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Campus Ministry & Spirituality (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/student-affairs/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “As a Catholic university with a deep foundation in social justice, we draw upon a vibrant spiritual and intellectual tradition that welcomes searching minds, curious spirits, care for all of creation, and rich encounters between people of varied faith traditions.”
      Campus Ministry & Spirituality describes its work in terms of the university's Catholic identity.
      “There are many opportunities to explore and many ways to serve and to work for global justice.”
      Campus Ministry & Spirituality offers ways to serve and work for justice.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Every bachelor's student takes a Spirit of the Founders course, described as rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition, whose stated outcome applies social justice and ethics in light of that tradition and the CSJ mission.
    Sources (2)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “This includes coursework that deepens students’ understanding of the Mission of the University and the spirit and charism of its founders, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Courses are rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition”
      Spirit of the Founders courses are described as rooted in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition and the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
      “Spirit of the Founders: Students will engage in the Catholic Intellectual Tradition as expressed in the CSJ mission of serving God and Neighbor as one by analyzing and applying this knowledge to advance core values of social justice, human rights and engagement.”
      The Spirit of the Founders learning outcome has students engage the Catholic Intellectual Tradition to advance social justice and human rights.
    2. Mount Saint Mary's University - Undergraduate Degree Programs (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/the-university/undergraduate-degree-programs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “(ILO #7) Spirit of the Founders: Mount graduates will analyze and apply ideas and theories of social justice, human rights, ethics and engagement in light of the CSJ Mission and the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.”
      An institutional learning outcome has graduates apply ideas of social justice and ethics in light of the CSJ mission and the Catholic Intellectual Tradition.
  • A Religious Studies major, minor, and master's degree are offered.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Religious Studies (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/courses-of-instruction/religious-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The department offers both an undergraduate major and a minor in Religious Studies, and also a Masters degree in Religious Studies.”
      A Religious Studies major is offered.
  • The Office of Women's Leadership and Student Engagement runs service programs, including Alternative Spring Break and the Community Student Ambassador Program.
    Sources (2)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Women's Leadership and Student Engagement (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/womens-leadership-and-student-engagement · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “WLSE also provides various civic and community engagement opportunities. Through the Community Student Ambassador Program, Mount students provide college information and leadership education to local schools and community partners. Various service opportunities are offered including the Alternative Spring Break program that bring students into our community to serve while also learning about current policy issues.”
      The Office of Women's Leadership and Student Engagement runs community engagement and service programs, including Alternative Spring Break.
    2. Mount Saint Mary's University - Community Student Ambassador Program (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/community-student-ambassador-program · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “This student-led outreach initiative connects Mount student leaders with local K-12 schools - especially in underrepresented and underserved communities - to inspire the next generation of scholars and changemakers.”
      The Community Student Ambassador Program sends students to local K-12 schools in underserved communities.

Concerns

  • The general education curriculum requires no specific theology or philosophy course; a course on Catholic belief (RST 21) is one option among many for the Spirit of the Founders requirement.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Baccalaureate Degree Requirements (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/baccalaureate-degree-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “LACE includes 12 units of course work in the Central Core category, with 3 units completed in each core: Spirit of the Founders, Community, Global Awareness and Understanding, and Women and Gender.”
      The Central Core requires 3 units each in Spirit of the Founders, Community, Global Awareness and Understanding, and Women and Gender.
      “BUS 169 | Issues of Corporate Responsibility & Ethics | 3 | GLP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | HCP 111 | Migration and Health | 3 | MUS 174 | Music Health & Wellbeing | 3 | PHI 15 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3”
      Spirit of the Founders can be met by business, global policy, health policy, music, or philosophy courses, among others.
      “RST 21 | Sacred Thought - Who are Catholics and what do they believe? | 3”
      RST 21, a course on Catholic belief, is one option for Spirit of the Founders.
      “B. Critical Thinking (3 units): PHI 5 | Introduction to Logic | 3 | PHI 10 | Critical Thinking | 3 | POL 103 | Legal Reasoning | 3”
      The Critical Thinking requirement can be met by PHI 5, PHI 10, or POL 103 Legal Reasoning.
  • The 2026-27 catalog's staff list names one campus ministry position, the Director of Campus Ministry & Spirituality.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Academic and Student Affairs (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/trustees-and-administration/administrative-officers/academic-and-student-affairs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Christie De La Gándara Director, Campus Ministry & Spirituality”
      Christie De La Gándara is Director of Campus Ministry & Spirituality.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry & Spirituality (Humanities Building, Chalon Campus)

  • Address: 12001 Chalon Rd., Los Angeles, CA 90049
  • Location: On campus

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Source: msmu.smartcatalogiq.com, verified Oct. 8, 2026, lacatholics.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, msmu.smartcatalogiq.com, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

2 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 2 off campus

Service 2

  • Alternative Spring BreakOff campus
    Spring break
    Service program of the Office of Women's Leadership and Student Engagement in which students serve in the local community while learning about current policy issues.
    msmu.smartcatalogiq.com
  • Community Student Ambassador ProgramOff campus
    Student-led outreach, since 1991, mentoring students and leading workshops in local K-12 schools in underserved communities.
    msmu.smartcatalogiq.com, msmu.smartcatalogiq.com

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (5)
  1. Mount Saint Mary's University - Campus Ministry & Spirituality (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/academic-policies-and-procedures/baccalaureate-degrees/student-affairs/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “As a Catholic university with a deep foundation in social justice, we draw upon a vibrant spiritual and intellectual tradition that welcomes searching minds, curious spirits, care for all of creation, and rich encounters between people of varied faith traditions.”
    Campus Ministry & Spirituality describes its work in terms of the university's Catholic identity.
    “As a Catholic university with a deep foundation in social justice, we draw upon a vibrant spiritual and intellectual tradition that welcomes searching minds, curious spirits, care for all of creation, and rich encounters between people of varied faith traditions.”
    Campus Ministry & Spirituality describes its work in terms of the university's Catholic identity.
  2. Mount Saint Mary's University - Academic and Student Affairs (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/trustees-and-administration/administrative-officers/academic-and-student-affairs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Christie De La Gándara Director, Campus Ministry & Spirituality”
    Christie De La Gándara is Director of Campus Ministry & Spirituality.
  3. Mount Saint Mary's University - The Chalon Campus (2026-2027 Catalog)msmu.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/2026-2027-catalog/the-university/the-campuses/the-chalon-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The five-story Humanities Building contains classrooms, conference rooms, Chief Financial Officer, the Office of Student Financing, the Academic Advisement Center, Campus Ministry”
    Campus Ministry's Chalon office is in the Humanities Building.
    “A residence for the Sisters of St. Joseph is located north of the swimming pool and tennis courts.”
    The Sisters of St. Joseph have a residence on the Chalon Campus.
    “The five-story Humanities Building contains classrooms, conference rooms, Chief Financial Officer, the Office of Student Financing, the Academic Advisement Center, Campus Ministry”
    Campus Ministry's Chalon office is in the Humanities Building.
  4. Sponsored Schools – Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondeletcsjcarondelet.org/about/ministries/education · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Mount Saint Mary’s University*, Los Angeles, California”
    The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet list Mount Saint Mary's University among their sponsored schools, as a St. Joseph Educational Ministries member.
  5. The 2025 Archdiocese of Los Angeles Catholic Directorylacatholics.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025_ArchdioceseOfLA_Catholic_Directory-REV7.8.25.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “12001 Chalon Rd. Los Angeles, CA 90049”
    The archdiocesan directory's Mount Saint Mary's University campus ministry entry gives the Chalon Campus address, 12001 Chalon Rd., with campus ministry phone 954-4125.

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Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
69 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.53%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.71%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.8 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$13,438

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
1,767
Total students2,308
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$21,413
Cost of attendance (per year)$66,726
Median federal debt at graduation$25,949
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
53%
First-year retention71%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$72,379
Admission rate73%
Students receiving Pell grants57%

Value index: 53 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Los Angeles

The Most Reverend José H. Gomez, Archbishop of Los Angeles

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: lacatholics.org, lacatholics.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Diocese determined from the county, using the diocese’s county list (Wikipedia). Confirm with the diocese.

About this school’s data

  • IPEDS unit ID 119173
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
  • Accreditation: WASC Senior College and University Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Is Mount Saint Mary's University a Catholic college?
Yes. Mount Saint Mary's University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Its sponsor is Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.

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