Mount Aloysius College
About
Located in the scenic Allegheny Mountains of Cresson, Pennsylvania, Mount Aloysius College is a private Catholic institution renowned for its highly respected, career-focused programs in nursing, allied health, and pre-professional sciences. The college's close-knit campus culture is deeply rooted in service and community, offering a supportive student experience enriched by NCAA Division III athletics and a strong emphasis on leadership. Distinctively, as one of only 17 Mercy-sponsored colleges in the United States, Mount Aloysius sets itself apart by blending a values-based, socially conscious education with an impressive graduate employment rate, ensuring students are prepared both professionally and ethically for their future careers.
Wikipedia:Mount Aloysius College is a private Catholic liberal-arts college in Cresson Township, Pennsylvania, United States. It was founded in 1853 and is conducted under the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy. The college is located on a 193 acres (78 ha) campus in the Allegheny Mountains.
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Mount Aloysius College accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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