Marymount California University

Marymount California University is a Catholic institution that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds into a quality, values-based education. They foster a student-centered approach to learning that promotes the development of the whole person. Inspired by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary, they challenge our students to pursue lives of leadership and service. Marymount California University’s commitment to providing a transformative educational experience for its students is amazing. It has never wavered. Not in 45 years. Not ever. As Marymount continues to grow and change to meet the educational needs of the community, its dedication to students remains unchanged. By adhering to the traditions and principles of its founding order—the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary—Marymount California University helps form a strong foundation on which to build a lifetime of success.

Why Marymount California University?

Marymount California University challenges students of all backgrounds and ages to pursue lives of leadership and service. With its stunning Oceanview campus, the University offers a distinctive range of experiences along the Los Angeles County coastline in Palos Verdes.

At A Glance: More than 37 percent of entering domestic freshmen are first-generation college students. 44 percent of students are Catholic. More than 70 percent of students receive some financial aid, including need-based, merit, athletic and fine arts scholarships. Student to faculty ratio is 17:1; average class size is 17 students.