- Mount Aloysius College is a private Catholic college in Cresson, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1853 and is conducted under the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy. The college is located on a 193-acre campus in the Allegheny Mountains.
School Highlights
Mount Aloysius College serves 3,021 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the state community college average of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the state average of 48%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 3,021 students
- Acceptance Rate: 92%
- Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
- Minority enrollment: 31%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Mount Aloysius College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
School Resources
Community Size
School Overview
Mount Aloysius College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
59 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Mount Aloysius College has grown by 7% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 has decreased from 12:1 over five years.
The Mount Aloysius College diversity score of 0.47 is less than the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has grown by 81% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,021 students
461 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
1,136 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
1,885 students
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
298 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,108 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
28 students
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,880 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
5 students
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
540 students
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
5%
% Hispanic
n/a
11%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
69%
52%
% Hawaiian
n/a
3%
% Two or more races
1%
3%
% Non Resident races
3%
1%
% Unknown races
22%
10%
Diversity Score
0.47
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
60%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
46%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,100
$34,900
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,475
$12,602
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
92%
78%
SAT Reading
515
525
SAT Math
515
515
SAT Writing
432
430
ACT Composite
20
20
ACT English
20
19
ACT Math
20
20
ACT Writing
n/a
7
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Michelle Kline - Social Media and Special Events Coordinator at DelGrosso Family of Companies, graduated 2015 & 2017. -
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Mount Aloysius College?
The acceptance rate of Mount Aloysius College is 92%, which is higher than the state average of 78%.
Who are famous alumni from Mount Aloysius College?
Mount Aloysius College famous alumni include: Michelle Kline - Social Media and Special Events Coordinator at DelGrosso Family of Companies, graduated 2015 & 2017..
What is Mount Aloysius College's ranking?
Mount Aloysius College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Percent of students receiving financial aid and Largest student body.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Mount Aloysius College is YTI Career Institute-Altoona (10.7 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
YTI Career Institute-Altoona
Private for-profit
3200 Pleasant Boulevard, Suite A
Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 201-2208
Altoona, PA 16601
(814) 201-2208
10.7 miles
Enrollment: 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
101 Community College Way
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 262-6400
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 262-6400
18.4 miles
Enrollment: 3,000 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Acceptance rate: 100% In-state tuition: $9,810 Out-state tuition: $13,740 Minority enrollment: 16%
DLP Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
Private for-profit
1086 Franklin St
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 534-5844
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 534-5844
19.9 miles
Enrollment: 150 students Acceptance rate: 53% Minority enrollment: 99%
Commonwealth Technical Institute
Private not-for-profit
727 Goucher St
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8200
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8200
21.1 miles
Enrollment: 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Private-state tuition: $16,836 Minority enrollment: 47%
6311 Margy Drive, Suite 2
Huntingdon, PA 16652
(814) 643-6200
Huntingdon, PA 16652
(814) 643-6200
28.7 miles
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