University of Mount Saint Vincent

Distinguished once again!

We're proud to share that has been recognized as a 2026-2027 , earning annual honors in the New York, Catholic, Business, Education, Nursing, and Career Development categories.

This national recognition from Colleges of Distinction reflects what makes the Mount so special: engaged students, dedicated faculty, transformative learning experiences, and a community rooted in the Vincentian and Setonian values of service, leadership, and compassion.

Here's to another year of opening doors, expanding possibilities, and empowering our students to make a difference in their communities and the world at large.

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Where Distinction Meets Purpose UMSV Recognized by Colleges of Distinction for Excellence in Student Engagement, Career Readiness, and Academic Programs

Today, we are proud to honor Juneteenth. ❤️💛💚

At , we recognize that education plays a vital role in advancing equity, understanding, and opportunity. As we reflect on the significance of this day, we recommit ourselves to fostering an understanding of our common humanity—where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

On this , we celebrate more than degrees—we celebrate opportunity. 🧑‍🎓

Higher ed has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities, and create pathways toward a brighter future. Yet—for many students—the dream of earning a college degree remains out of reach due to financial barriers and growing uncertainty about affordability.

At , we believe that a student’s potential should never be limited by circumstance. Through scholarships, innovative programs, dedicated support services, and a community rooted in compassion and service, we are committed to ensuring that students from all backgrounds have equal opportunity to succeed.

Today, we celebrate the promise of higher education—and the students whose determination, resilience, and ambition remind us why that promise matters. 🤍💛

When Jaden Baldeon graduated from Seton College at last month, he became part of something historic: the inaugural graduating class of a program designed to remove barriers and expand opportunity.

Now, his story is being shared with readers across the country in The New York Times.

In the article, part of the Times' "Affording New York" column, Jaden reflects on balancing work, family responsibilities, financial goals, and his plans to continue his education—all while building a brighter future for himself and those he loves.

His journey is a powerful reminder that talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not always equally accessible. Through Seton College's debt-free model and comprehensive student support, learners like Jaden are proving what is possible when determination meets opportunity.

Congratulations, Jaden! We are proud to celebrate your accomplishments and excited to see what comes next.

Read more below!

How a Recent College Graduate Lives on $18 Per Hour in the East Bronx At 20 years old, Jaden Baldeon is trying to help his family with money from a part-time job while also thinking about what’s next.

Five generations—one enduring Mount legacy. 🤍💛

When Sean Schools ’26 crossed the stage at this past Saturday’s Commencement ceremony, he became the second member of the fifth generation of his family to graduate from the Mount—exactly 100 years after his great-grandmother, Helen McArdle Donovan, Class of 1926.

Mount alums in his family also include Sean’s great-great grandmother, Margaret Welche McArdle, who attended the Academy in 1898; his grandmother, Margaret Donovan Comerford ’54; his mother, Elizabeth Comerford Schools ’87; his aunts, Ann Marie Comerford Fernandez-Baujin ’88 and Kathleen Comerford O’Keeffe ’92, MS ’04; and his sister Laura Comerford-Schools Mussavage ’17, MS ’18. Remarkably, the family’s connection to the Mount spans over a century of scholarship, service, friendship, and faith.

Their story is a testament to the lifelong bonds formed at the Mount and the generations of Dolphins who continue to call the home. 🐬

In a new article from Inside Higher Ed, President Susan R. Burns, PhD discusses how new federal graduate loan limits could impact students pursuing careers in nursing, physician assistant studies, teaching, and other essential public-service fields.

At , we remain committed to expanding access to higher education for all learners and preparing students to serve their communities—especially here in the Bronx.

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https://www.insidehighered.com/news/governance/executive-leadership/2026/05/11/presidents-necessity-breeds-innovation

🎓 Hats off to the Class of 2026! 🎓

We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day to celebrate all that you’ve accomplished and look toward all that’s still to come.

Don’t forget to come back to visit the soon!

Thanks to the fantastic generosity of the community, we are proud to report that our 2026 Scholarship Benefit and Awards Reception raised a grand total of $485,561!

Now that deserves some cheering for the white and the gold! 🤍💛

Whether through a sponsorship, ad, donation, ticket purchase, or live text-to-give gift, we are beyond grateful for all who shared their remarkable support of our talented student body.

➡️💻 Head over to our website and read more in our latest news story!