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Loyola University Maryland

Loyola University Maryland is a private Jesuit university in Baltimore, Maryland. Established as Loyola College in Maryland by John Early and eight other members of the Society of Jesus in 1852, it is the ninth-oldest Jesuit college in the United States and the first college in the United States to bear the name of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the founder of the Society of Jesus.[6] Loyola's main campus is in Baltimore and features Collegiate Gothic architecture and a pedestrian bridge across Charles Street. The university is academically divided into three schools: the Loyola College of Arts and Sciences, the Loyola School of Education, and the Sellinger School of Business and Management. It currently operates a Clinical Center at Belvedere Square in Baltimore. Loyola previously had graduate centers in Timonium (closed May 2024) and Columbia, Maryland (closed August 2023). The student body comprises approximately 4,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, representing 39 states and 44 countries, and 84% of undergraduates reside on campus. The average class size is 20, with a student-to-faculty ratio of 12:1.

We’re delighted to celebrate another SSUSA success story, as Anna Hegarty from Trim, Ireland continues her journey in the United States with NCAA Division 1 program Loyola University Maryland.

Standing at 5’10”, Anna is a dynamic midfielder who combines athleticism, composure on the ball and a strong tactical understanding of the game.

Before making the move to the U.S., Anna built an impressive footballing résumé in Ireland:

⚽ Ireland U17 International – 17 caps
⚽ League of Ireland Senior Debut (2023) with Bohemians FC
⚽ Club football with Bohemians FC and Shamrock Rovers FC
🎓 Attended Scoil Mhuire Trim

Now competing for the Loyola Greyhounds, Anna will continue to develop at one of the top levels of collegiate soccer in the United States while pursuing her academic degree.

Moving across the Atlantic to compete in NCAA Division 1 is a huge step, and Anna’s talent, dedication and professionalism have earned her this opportunity.

Everyone at Scholarship Sports USA is incredibly proud to have supported Anna throughout the recruitment process, and we can’t wait to follow her journey in Maryland.

Congratulations Anna 👏⚽

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