- 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 2,955 students (38% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the state average of 50%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 2,955 students
- Acceptance Rate: 82%
- Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
- Minority enrollment: 18%
- 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
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 25% over five years.
Mount Aloysius College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1853
Campus Size
193 acres
Total Faculty
93 staff
28 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Mercy and Justice
Student Body
The student population of Mount Aloysius College has grown by 5% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 32:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Mount Aloysius College diversity score of 0.32 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has grown by 23% over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,955 students
382 students
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
1,131 students
294 students
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
1,824 students
88 students
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
2,942 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
1,121 students
292 students
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Graduate Students
10 students
14 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,821 students
88 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
3 students
9 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
540 students
330 students
% Asian
2%
4%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
82%
50%
% Non Resident races
4%
1%
% Unknown races
10%
14%
Diversity Score
0.32
0.69
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
46%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$40,100
$36,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
99%
89%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$24,475
$12,602
Median Debt for Dropouts
$8,750
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
82%
82%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
SAT Reading
470
480
SAT Math
480
460
ACT Composite
18
20
ACT English
17
18
ACT Math
18
19
Source: 2025 (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 82%, which is equal to the state average of 82%.
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
(717) 757-1100
Altoona, PA 16601
(717) 757-1100
10.7 miles
Enrollment: 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
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: 22:1 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: 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Acceptance rate: 30% Minority enrollment: 24%
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: 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Private-state tuition: $16,836 Minority enrollment: 28%
6311 Margy Drive, Suite 2
Huntingdon, PA 16652
(814) 643-6200
Huntingdon, PA 16652
(814) 643-6200
28.7 miles
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