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Shaping Independent Thinkers for a CHANGING WORLD

MICUA is dedicated to championing the growth, excellence, and accessibility of independent colleges and universities in Maryland, ensuring a thriving educational landscape that empowers students and strengthens communities. 

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The Maryland Independent College and University Association (MICUA) is a member-driven organization devoted to promoting independent higher education and the public benefit that it provides to meet educational, economic, and cultural needs. 

MICUA advocates for private nonprofit institutions in matters relating to public policy or other interest. MICUA provides services to meet the needs of independent higher education and fosters cooperative efforts among its member institutions and all segments of higher education.

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From student access and degree completion to workforce preparation and public value, Fast Facts 2026 highlights the impact of Maryland’s independent colleges and universities.

From student access and degree completion to workforce preparation and public value, Fast Facts 2026 highlights the role of Maryland’s independent colleges and universities.

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Fast Facts 2026

Fast Facts 2026

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Goucher College and ISEP Study Abroad announce strategic partnership

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Five Programs in Stevenson’s School of Education Receive National Accreditation

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Johns Hopkins students explore new Bloomberg Student Center

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Mount St. Mary’s University Adds New Computational Technology Programs

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Notre Dame of Maryland University Becomes First Comprehensive University with a School of Integrative Health After Merger of Maryland University of Integrative Health

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MICUA Appoints Terrence Sawyer, President of Loyola University Maryland, as New Board Chair 

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MICUA is a group of 15 diverse institutions in Maryland offering quality education with small classes and close faculty-student interaction. They provide undergraduate and expanding graduate programs, incorporating emerging technologies. MICUA serves as an advocate for Maryland's valuable and diverse resources in higher education.

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Johns Hopkins • Hood College • Goucher • Capitol • Mount St. Mary’s • Notre Dame of Maryland University • St. John’s College • Stevenson • Washington Adventist • Loyola •McDaniel College • MICA • Johns Hopkins • Hood College • Goucher • Capitol • Mount St. Mary’s • Notre Dame of Maryland University • St. John’s College • Stevenson • Washington Adventist • Loyola •McDaniel College • MICA • Johns Hopkins • Hood College • Goucher • Capitol • Mount St. Mary’s • Notre Dame of Maryland University • St. John’s College • Stevenson • Washington Adventist • Loyola •McDaniel College • MICA • Johns Hopkins • Hood College • Goucher • Capitol • Mount St. Mary’s • Notre Dame of Maryland University • St. John’s College • Stevenson • Washington Adventist • Loyola •McDaniel College • MICA

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