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St. Mary's University

San Antonio, TX

Private

University

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St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas, is a vibrant Catholic and Marianist institution dedicated to providing a transformative education. It's a place where tradition meets innovation, fostering a community that is committed to academic excellence and personal growth.
3,180
Students
89%
Acceptance Rate
Undergrads
1,916
Classification
University
Type
Private, Religious
Religious Affiliation
Catholic
The university's mission emphasizes developing leaders who are ethical, compassionate, and globally aware. With a diverse and inclusive atmosphere, St. Mary's nurtures a collaborative spirit among its students, faculty, and staff. Renowned for its strong liberal arts foundation, the university offers a wide array of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Students here not only benefit from rigorous academics but also from a supportive environment that encourages community engagement and spiritual development. Whether pursuing studies in business, humanities, sciences, or law, individuals at St. Mary's are prepared to make meaningful contributions to society.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into St. Mary's University?

89% acceptance rate
Less Selective
Admission Standards
Grades & Testing
Average SAT score
Unknown
Testing
Test Blind
Average High School GPA
3.47
Application Deadlines
Early Decision / Early Action?
No

The most important factors St. Mary's University considers when admitting students are:

  • Academic GPA
  • Class Rank
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record

Financials

See what it costs to attend St. Mary's University.

$ 53,462
Overall list price
$ 20,562
Average net price
$ 29,033
Merit Price™
Very Generous
Merit Meter™

Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending St. Mary's University?

Urban
Campus Setting
Republican
State vote for president
Limited
Greek participation
Weather
Sunny days
Sunny
Average winter temp
58°
Average summer temp
84°

Academics

What to expect in the classroom at St. Mary's University.

11:1
Student to faculty ratio
56%
4-year grad rate
66%
6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at St. Mary's University are:

  • Finance, General
  • Psychology, General
  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Demographics

Who attends St. Mary's University?

34
States represented
Yes
State DEI laws
Student Body
Students
3,180
Women
57%
Men
43%

Housing

What's it like living at St. Mary's University?

$11,720
Room & Board
0.5
Housing units / student
46
%
Students on campus

FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into St. Mary's University?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.47.

How much does St. Mary's University cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $53,462 to attend St. Mary's University.

How many people attend St. Mary's University?

3,180 people attend St. Mary's University. 1,916 are undergraduate students and 1,264 are graduate students.

Where is St. Mary's University located?

St. Mary's University is located in San Antonio, Texas. It is in an Urban environment.

Can I get into St. Mary's University with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 62% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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