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Former names | Marymount College (1950–1986) |
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Motto | Tua Luce Dirige |
Motto in English | "Direct Us by Thy Light" |
Type | Private university |
Established | April 26, 1950 |
Religious affiliation | Roman Catholic (Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary) |
Academic affiliations | ACCU CUWMA CIC NAICU |
Endowment | $43 million |
President | Irma Becerra |
Academic staff | 162 full-time/201 part-time |
Students | 4,257 |
Undergraduates | 2,606 |
Postgraduates | 1,651 |
Location | , U.S. |
Campus | Suburban, 21 acres (8.5 ha) |
Colors | Royal Blue and White |
Nickname | Saints[1] |
Sporting affiliations | NCAA Division III – AEC |
Mascot | Bernie The Dog |
Website | www |
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Marymount University is a private Catholic university with its main campus in Arlington County, Virginia. It was founded as Marymount College in 1950. Marymount offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. It has approximately 4,257 students enrolled,[2] representing 50 states and 70 countries.