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Why a Women's College?

Do you want to be challenged by peers and faculty who recognize your promise?

Do you want to make friends - and make a difference - in a place that encourages you to explore all the possibilities?

Do you want to learn in an environment that promotes your success?

Mount Mary College is proud to be one of the 68 women's colleges in the United States, uniquely positioned to meet the needs of women like you in today's world. Studies show that, by attending a women's college, you are more likely to:

  • Be a leader - both in and out of class
  • Build greater self-confidence and be more satisfied with your college experience
  • Score higher on standardized achievement tests
  • Achieve greater career success

New study finds women's colleges are better equipped to help their students: A study by the Indiana University Center for Postsecondary Research (IUCPR) suggests that students at women's colleges are better served in their educational pursuits than their peers at coeducational institutions. Read more.

For more information about the advantages of attending a women's college, check out the Women's College Coalition at http://www.womenscolleges.org.