Mount Saint Mary CollegeStudent Guide

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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Newburgh, NY. Operating on a semester system.

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Liberal Arts College

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Housing Buildings

Student guide · Fall 2026

The semester, explained for Mount Saint Mary College

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall 2026
Campus terms
13
Local details
13

Academic calendar

Fall 2026 runs Aug 23, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

29 entries
  1. Fall 2026Relevant now
  2. Session C (14 weeks) Fall 2026
  3. Session U (8 weeks) Fall 2026
  4. Session V (8 weeks) Fall 2026
  5. Winter Interim 2026-2027
  6. Spring 2027
  7. Session X (8 weeks) Spring 2027
  8. Session F (14 weeks) Spring 2027
  9. Session Y (8 weeks) Spring 2027
  10. Summer Session I - 2027
  11. Session A (7 weeks) Summer 2027
  12. Session R (10 weeks) Summer 2027
  13. Summer Session II - 2027
  14. Session B (7 weeks) Summer 2027
  15. Fall 2027Session C (14 weeks) Fall 2027
  16. Session U (8 weeks) Fall 2027
  17. Session V (8 weeks) Fall 2027
  18. Winter Interim 2027-2028
  19. Spring 2028Session F (14 weeks) Spring 2028
  20. Session X (8 weeks) Spring 2028
  21. Session Y (8 weeks) Spring 2028
  22. Summer Session I - 2028
  23. Session A (7 weeks) Summer 2028
  24. Session R (10 weeks) Summer 2028
  25. Session Z (14 weeks) Summer 2028
  26. Summer Session II - 2028
  27. Session B (7 weeks) Summer 2028

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Campus language

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13 terms

C

CAB
Campus Activities Board, responsible for planning student events and entertainment.

G

Guzman
Guzman Hall, a residence hall located near the center of campus.

H

Henry's
Henry's Courtside Cafe, a retail dining location in the Kaplan Family Recreation Center.
HEOP
Higher Education Opportunity Program, providing support for eligible students.

K

Knights
The official mascot and collective name for the student body and athletic teams.

S

Sakac
Sakac Hall, a primary residence hall often housing first-year students.
SGA
Student Government Association, the primary student governing body.
SNA
Student Nursing Association, a prominent professional organization for nursing majors.

T

The Courts
The College Courts, a townhouse-style residence complex for upperclassmen.
The DC
The Dominican Center, which houses student residences on its upper floors.
The DC Cafe
The dining area located within the Dominican Center.
The Mount
The common shorthand name used by students and faculty for Mount Saint Mary College.
The View
The main dining hall located in Aquinas Hall, offering buffet-style meals.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

13 details
Aquinas
Aquinas Hall, the main academic building housing classrooms and the dining hall.
henry_s_courtside_cafe
Henry's Courtside Cafe
Kaplan
The Kaplan Family Recreation Center, the main athletic and fitness facility.
Knight Card
The official student ID card used for building access, library services, and meal plans.
Mount Money
A declining balance account on the Knight Card used for on-campus purchases.
mount_mart_365
Mount Mart 365
MSMC Alert
The emergency notification system used for weather closings and campus safety updates.
The DC
The Dominican Center, which houses the library, chapel, and student housing.
The MST
The Kaplan Family Mathematics, Science and Technology Center.
The Shuttle
The campus transportation service providing rides to the Beacon Train Station and local shopping areas.
The Villa
Villa Madonna, an administrative building that originally served as the college's main site.
the_aquinas_cafe
The Aquinas Cafe
the_view_dining_hall
The View Dining Hall

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 runs Aug 23, 2026 – Dec 15, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
13 approved campus terms and 13 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
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  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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  • Casual hangouts, interest groups, and open events without applications.

Worth a look

Mount Activities Programming Board (MAP)

Plans engaging events and trips for all undergraduate students.

Source: msmc.edu · Verified 24 days ago

American Chemical Society

Brings together students interested in chemistry and related sciences to connect, collaborate, and grow professionally.

Open to all

Source: msmc.edu · Verified 24 days ago

Resources & spaces

Campus Ministry

Offers support and spiritual guidance for all students, service opportunities, and hosts daily and Sunday Mass.

Open to all

Source: msmc.edu · Verified 24 days ago

Center for Academic and Career Services (CACS)

Provides academic and career counseling, degree advisement, and helps with résumés, cover letters, job searches, and interview skills. Also facilitates internships and networking opportunities.

Open to all

Counseling Services

Offers confidential counseling and support for students' mental health and well-being.

Open to all

Source: msmc.edu · Verified 24 days ago

Kaplan Family Library

Provides access to print and digital media, research guides, databases, study rooms, and one-on-one research assistance from librarians.

Open to all

Source: msmc.edu · Verified 24 days ago

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Life in Newburgh for Mount Saint Mary College Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Newburgh.

Timezone

Eastern Time (ET)

Median Rent

$858

Cost of Living Index

96

Student Population

0

City Transportation

Walkability

0

Bikeability

1

Public Transit

Local and regional bus services, Nearby Metro-North rail service from Beacon

Nearest Airports

New York Stewart International Airport (nearby New Windsor)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

51°F

Avg Snowfall

39 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Dominican Center Lot

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Convenient for library access.

Guzman Hall Lots

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Located near Guzman Hall.

Commuter Lots

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Special lots reserved specifically for commuter students.

Campus News

Latest updates from Mount Saint Mary College

Mount celebrates first week of Fall '26 semester

The college kicked off the Fall 2026 semester with a 29 percent increase in first-year enrollment and a 25 percent surge in on-campus residents.

Aug 28, 2026

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Mount freshman enrollment up 29 percent in 2026

Mount Saint Mary College welcomed its largest freshman class in four years, contributing to a total enrollment of over 1,400 students.

Aug 24, 2026

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Heart and Mind: The Mount's critical connection with Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall

Nursing students at the Mount work closely with preceptors at the nearby Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall hospital.

Aug 18, 2026

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Mount Saint Mary College

Women's Soccer vs Rutgers-Newark

September 12, 2026

Kaplan Field

Mount Saint Mary College Women's Soccer takes on Rutgers-Newark.

Athletics Preview Day and Fall BBQ

September 19, 2026

Mount Saint Mary College Campus

An inside look at life as a student-athlete at Mount Saint Mary College followed by a BBQ.

Weekend Campus Tour

September 19, 2026

Mount Saint Mary College Campus

Explore the Mount on a guided Saturday campus tour.

Women's Volleyball vs Centenary University

September 19, 2026

Kaplan Center

Mount Saint Mary College Women's Volleyball vs Centenary University.

BDMS Cupcake 5k Run/Walk

September 20, 2026

Mount Saint Mary College Campus

The 8th Annual Cupcake 5k Run/Walk featuring a scenic route overlooking the Hudson Valley.

Men's Soccer vs Benedict College

September 29, 2026

Kaplan Field

Mount Saint Mary College Men's Soccer vs Benedict College.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Mount Saint Mary College

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

13 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

35 Elmwood

Capacity: 24

Bradley Hall

Capacity: 32

Room types: single, double

College Courts

Capacity: 252

Room types: single, double

Dominican Center

Capacity: 252

Room types: single, double

Elmwood Place

Room types: single, double

Guzman Hall

Capacity: 24

Pangborn Hall

Room types: not specified

Powell Hall

Capacity: 170

Room types: suite

Sakac Hall

Capacity: 252

Room types: suite

Sheridan Hall

Room types: not specified

Terrace Complex (Cottages)

Capacity: 40

Room types: single, double

The Annex Suites

Capacity: 32

Room types: suite

University Apartments

Room types: apartment

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Private Non-Profit

Email Domain

@msmc.edu

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