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Welcome to Marymount\u2019s College of Sciences and Humanities!
\nWe\u00a0have exceptional and creative opportunities for you to design your life\u2019s path. We offer a number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs that will prepare you for careers in a variety of industries, as well as serving your community. We offer courses to every student at Marymount. Within our college, you will learn important skills related to communication, ethics, diversity, writing, and groupwork\u2014skills that are extremely valuable in our rapidly changing world. You will work with faculty who value you as a whole person and who will inspire you to value others in the same manner. We believe in the importance of a liberal arts education and hope to inspire all of Marymount\u2019s students to take courses in our programs.<\/p>\n

Our focus is on learning opportunities that broaden your horizon and provide you with a solid foundation to explore, innovate, and think critically. Our talented faculty are dedicated to your growth and success and committed to fostering ethical practices to help you make a positive impact on society and ensure your success after graduation. Our close proximity to Washington D.C. gives you access not only to internships but also to exceptional research opportunities that prepare you well for your future career.<\/p>\n

Our academic programs are offered across three different schools with undergraduate degrees in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Communication, Criminal Justice, Digital Writing and Narrative Design, Interdisciplinary Studies, Liberal Studies, Mechanical Engineering, Neuroscience, Political Science and International Relations, and Psychology. We also offer graduate programs in Forensic and Legal Psychology, Medical Sciences, and Social Work. I invite you to explore the schools\u2019 web pages to learn more and see which degree is right for you.<\/p>\n

We look forward to hearing from you and helping you design your life\u2019s path!<\/p>\n

Dr. Stephanie Ellis Foster
\nInterim Dean and Professor<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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