Saint Mary's College

Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana, is a distinguished liberal arts institution with a deep tradition of academic excellence and a commitment to empowering women. Nestled on a picturesque campus, it offers a vibrant community and a nurturing environment for intellectual growth.

1,517

Students

81%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

1,423

Classification

University

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Website

saintmarys.edu

Dedicated to fostering a holistic education, Saint Mary's College integrates academic rigor with personal development, encouraging students to think critically and act compassionately. The college's strong Catholic heritage enriches the learning experience, promoting values of social justice, ethical leadership, and community service. With a diverse array of programs and a supportive faculty, Saint Mary's prepares its graduates to face the complex challenges of the modern world. The close-knit campus environment ensures that each student is not just a number, but a valued member of a thriving academic community.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Saint Mary's College?

81% acceptance rate

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Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1158

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.79

Application Deadlines

Early Decision / Early Action?

Yes

The most important factors Saint Mary's College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•Alumni/AE Relation

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Saint Mary's College.

$ 68,045

Overall list price

$ 30,389

Average net price

$ 34,707

Merit Price™

Very Generous

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Saint Mary's College?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Republican

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Very Cloudy

Average winter temp

30°

Average summer temp

70°

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Saint Mary's College.

10:1

Student to faculty ratio

71%

4-year grad rate

77%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Saint Mary's College are:

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Psychology, General
Business Administration and Management, General

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Demographics

Who attends Saint Mary's College?

41

States represented

11

Countries represented

Yes

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

1,517

Women

98%

Men

2%

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Housing

What's it like living at Saint Mary's College?

$13,850

Room & Board

0.8

Housing units / student

85

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Saint Mary's College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.79.

How much does Saint Mary's College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $68,045 to attend Saint Mary's College.

How many people attend Saint Mary's College?

1,517 people attend Saint Mary's College. 1,423 are undergraduate students and 94 are graduate students.

Where is Saint Mary's College located?

Saint Mary's College is located in Notre Dame, Indiana. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Saint Mary's College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 85% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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