Saint Mary's College of California

Nestled in the rolling hills of Moraga, California, Saint Mary's College of California offers a serene and picturesque setting for academic and personal growth. This historic institution prides itself on its strong commitment to a values-based, liberal arts education centered around the principles of social justice and community engagement.

2,775

Students

88%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

2,044

Classification

University

Type

Private, Religious

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Website

stmarys-ca.edu

Saint Mary's College of California fosters a tight-knit community where students are encouraged to explore their passions and broaden their perspectives. With a diverse range of programs and disciplines, the college provides a comprehensive education that integrates the liberal arts with professional study. The campus's Lasallian Catholic tradition emphasizes respect for all individuals, fostering a spirit of inclusivity and compassion. Through small class sizes and personalized attention, students at Saint Mary's are able to form meaningful connections with faculty and peers, creating an enriching environment that supports both academic and personal excellence.

Admissions

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

88% acceptance rate

Less Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

Unknown

Testing

Test Blind

Average High School GPA

3.57

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

January 15

Early Decision / Early Action?

No

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

•Academic GPA
•Rigor of Secondary School Record
•First Generation

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Financials

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

$ 76,690

Overall list price

$ 31,615

Average net price

$ 48,570

Merit Price™

Very Generous

Merit Meter™

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Social & Lifestyle

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

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Very Sunny

Average winter temp

53°

Average summer temp

67°

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Academics

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

12:1

Student to faculty ratio

61%

4-year grad rate

69%

6-year grad rate

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

Business/Commerce, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Biology/Biological Sciences, General

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Demographics

Who attends Saint Mary's College of California?

22

States represented

39

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

2,775

Women

55%

Men

45%

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Housing

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

$16,404

Room & Board

0.6

Housing units / student

64

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

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

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.57.

How much does Saint Mary's College of California cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $76,690 to attend Saint Mary's California.

How many people attend Saint Mary's College of California?

2,775 people attend Saint Mary's California. 2,044 are undergraduate students and 731 are graduate students.

Where is Saint Mary's College of California located?

Saint Mary's College of California is located in Moraga, California. It is in a Suburb environment.

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

In the most recent class of admissions, 61% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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