Mission, Vision Values
Excellence in academic endeavors The integration of life and learning Respect and concern for all persons Diversity of cultures and beliefs Service to others.
History & Heritage
Mount St. Joseph University, established by the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati, opened its doors to the first 20 students in 1920 as the first Catholic university for women in Southwestern Ohio.
With the growth of student enrollment, the Sisters of Charity made plans to develop property at the intersection of Delhi and Neeb roads, and opened a new campus in the fall of 1962. In 1986, the University was formally declared coeducational. The University, though incorporated under a Board of Trustees in 1972, remains a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Charity.
Today, the University serves a diverse coeducational student population of undergraduate and graduate students. Read more here.
Sponsorship Transition
In September 2022, the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati announced they are concluding sponsorship of their five ministries, including Mount St. Joseph University. This decision stems from shifting demographics: the congregation has transitioned from approximately 1,600 Sisters in 1960 to fewer than 200 today. While the Sisters remain deeply committed to the Mount’s mission, these realities necessitate a change in administrative structure.
In response, the Mount is actively exploring future Catholic sponsorship options. The Board of Trustees is firmly committed to preserving the University’s Catholic identity and, as of April 2023, has resolved to pursue only those sponsorship models that ensure the institution remains a Catholic university following this transition. Read more here.
University Fast Facts
Personalized Attention
Our 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio keeps the focus on you. Small classes enable one-on-one work with faculty to develop your unique strengths. Friendly staff provides resources for academic, wellness, and career growth, enriching your mind, body, and soul.
Career Readiness
Our cooperative and experiential education builds confidence for professional success. Nearly one-third of co-op students receive full-time offers from employers. Explore co-op opportunities.
Serving the Common Good
Since 1920, founded by the Sisters of Charity, we've made serving students and community our core mission. As a nationally recognized institution, we live a culture of ethics and service in everything we do.
Cultivating the Whole Person
Our interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum challenges you to connect diverse subjects beyond your major. Robust majors, double majors, and minors prepare you for success. Learn more about academics and programs.
LOCATED IN CINCINNATI, OH
Close Knit Campus, Big City Access
The Cincinnati region, a tri-state area that includes Greater Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana, is a cultural and economic powerhouse that’s on the rise; a dynamic place fueled by dreamers, doers, innovators, and makers. At its center, Cincinnati, the Queen City, is a diverse, active convergence of big city amenities and Midwest hospitality - all just 15 minutes from the Mount’s safe, secure campus.
Accommodations
For families visiting from out of town, we offer a convenient list of preferred area hotels. We've curated these accommodations to ensure a comfortable stay, making your visits to see your child at the Mount as easy and enjoyable as possible. Find all the details and plan your next visit below. Preferred Hotels:
Accommodations
Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Airport
3990 Olympic Blvd
Erlanger KY, 41018
Mount offers a preferred rate with The Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Airport with a special MSJ discount rate available. The rate offers 20 percent off Retail or Best Available Rates online on select rooms (not including blackout dates) for 2025-2026. Guests can call the Marriott Reservation Center at 888-236-2427, which is available 24 hours a day to speak to a reservation agent and provide them with the company name to receive the discounted rate for the hotel.
Mount St. Joseph University Discounted Rate at Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Airport
Hotel Celare Cincinnati Midtown
310 Straight Street
Cincinnati, Ohio 45219
The Mount has a second hotel partner with a special MSJ discount rate available, the Hotel Celare Cincinnati Midtown. This boutique Marriott property is not far from Nippert Stadium, and is located two miles from Downtown. The rate will be at $159 for 2025-2026 with a few blackout dates.
Mount St. Joseph University Discounted Rate at Hotel Celare Cincinnati Midtown
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