Our Momentum. Our Purpose.
Momentum: The Campaign for Marymount is a movement powered by people.
Every alumnus, parent, faculty member, staff member, and friend plays a part in advancing opportunity, innovation, and purpose. United by belief in our mission, we’re creating a legacy that will empower future Saints to learn and lead with purpose.
Marymount at a Glance
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Top-Ranked Nationally by U.S. News & World Report
No. 1 among Virginia’s private institutions and rising nationally.
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4,400+ Students
A global community from 51 States/Territories & 66 Countries—all united by purpose.
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Distinguished by the Carnegie Foundation
Honored for both research excellence and expanding access—a distinction shared by only 33 universities nationwide.
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Virginia’s First Hispanic-Serving Institution
Leading with access, belonging, and opportunity for every student.
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Named to Forbes America’s Top Colleges List
Among four private Virginia universities recognized for graduate success and strong outcomes.
“I am a firm believer in continuing to contribute and support the university so that that can continue on for future students.”
Annelena Giarrusso Winer, ’94
Rooted in our Catholic tradition and a commitment to all, Marymount empowers students to learn with purpose. Founded in 1950 by the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary to educate women worldwide, we began with just 13 students, offering practical training for careers and the opportunity for financial independence, a time when higher education was primarily reserved for men.
Today, Marymount is a nationally ranked, co-educational university with more than 4,400 students from 66 countries, offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees across 150 academic programs.
“"I will always appreciate my time at Marymount for giving me so many amazing opportunities, allowing me to meet wonderful people and showing me how capable I really am!”
Serine Bouhelais '27
access & Purpose
Marymount is unwavering in our commitment to helping students graduate while preparing them for careers that serve both business and societal needs.
Our Community
Virginia's first Hispanic-Serving Institution, approaching majority-minority status
10% international students, bringing global perspectives to every classroom
Students from diverse economic backgrounds, with significant financial aid and Pell Grant eligibility
Many first-generation college students are breaking barriers to higher education
Our Values
Innovation in teaching and learning
Student-centered community
Education of the whole person - intellectually, ethically, and spiritually
Service to others and global citizenship