Carlow University

Carlow University is a private Catholic university in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It was founded in 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy. Carlow's thirteen athletic teams are the Celtics, a reflection of the university's Irish heritage and roots. In 2017–2018, the student body was 84% women and 16% men.

Carlow University
Former names
Mount Mercy College (1929–1969)
Carlow College (1969–2004)
MottoAd Superna, non Superba
Motto in English
To the Eternal, not the Perishable
TypePrivate university
EstablishedSeptember 24, 1929 by the Sisters of Mercy
Religious affiliation
Catholic (Sisters of Mercy)
Academic affiliations
Conference for Mercy Higher Education
ACCU
MSA
CIC
PresidentKathy Humphrey
ProvostSibdas Ghosh
Undergraduates1,365
Postgraduates775
Location
Pittsburgh
,
Pennsylvania
,
United States

40.4397°N 79.9641°W / 40.4397; -79.9641
CampusUrban, 14 acres (5.7 ha)
ChaplainMark Thomas
ColorsPurple & Gold
   
Sporting affiliations
NAIA – River States
USCAA – Independent
MascotCeltics
Websitewww.carlow.edu
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