MOUNT IDA COLLEGE QUICK FACTS
History: Founded in 1899
Accreditation: Accredited by
the New England Association of Schools and Colleges
(NEASC)
Character: Private,
co-educational, baccalaureate institution
Enrollment: Approximately 1,430
full and part time students from more than 25 states
and 25 countries.
Location: Newton,
Massachusetts; eight miles (13 km) from downtown Boston
with convenient access to downtown Boston and the
region via public transportation.
Campus: 72-acre suburban setting;
six residence halls. Nearly 800 students reside
on campus
Financing Your Education:
Need-based and merit-based; scholarships, grants, loans and
work-study are available to qualified students. $8.3 million
in institutional aid was awarded for the 2007-2008 academic
year.
Mission Statement:
Mount Ida College provides a diverse community of learners
a
challenging education that blends the liberal arts
with professional preparation. We
dedicate our energy, imagination, and resources to empowering all
students to achieve
academically and contribute responsibly in a changing world.





















