Following a long-standing history of educational excellence that began during the renaissance times, Loyola Marymount University is a Catholic-Jesuit university in Southern California, with a rich history that expands over 100 years. Consumer reporting shows that not only does LMU have one of the most beautiful campuses in the U.S., but also offers a rich educational experience for students resulting in one of the "happiest" student bodies in the nation.

Great Neighbors Then and Now -- Loyola Marymount University

The Jesuit presence in Southern California is traceable through generations of California's history. Although established in 1973, Loyola Marymount University has roots that reach back to the early 1900's, to Saint Vincent's College located off modern day Venice Boulevard.

The Loyola portion of the name comes from St. Ignatius Loyola, who founded the Society of Jesus in 1548. The Marymount portion of the school's name comes from the Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary organization, which ran Marymount Junior College.

Majors at Loyola Marymount University

With various campuses throughout the greater Los Angeles area, Loyola Marymount University offers a variety of degrees sure to meet virtually everyone's needs. Currently, there are seven separate and distinct schools: the College of Business Administration, College of Communication and Fine Arts, Bellarmine College of Liberal Arts, the Frank R. Seaver College of Science and Engineering, the School of Film and Television, the School of Education and Loyola Law. Within all of these schools are opportunities to study a diverse range of majors. Some of the most poplar choices are:

-Law
-Finance
-Marketing
-International Business
-Dance
-Music
-Marketing
-Political Science
-Civil Engineering
-Recording Arts
-Chemistry

Rich in history and academic prowess, students interested in attending Loyola Marymount University will find themselves immersed in a diverse group of students committed to learning and ultimately working in an environment where they will uphold the very best morals, ethics and values.