The Rattler Experience

High school and prospective graduate students and their families will learn what it means to be a Rattler and experience the St. Mary’s difference through this program. Discover academic opportunities, explore campus life, meet current students, visit a residence hall, and learn about scholarship and financial aid resources.

  • Rattle Experience for First-Time Freshman


    Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025

  • Rattler Experience for Graduate Students


    Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025


Schedules

Example Schedule for High School Students

Below is an example schedule for High School Students. Information is subject to change.


8:30 a.m. Check-in and Breakfast

Check-in and enjoy a continental breakfast.

9:30 a.m. Welcome

9:45 a.m. Admission Presentation

Learn more about what St. Mary’s offers and the next steps in your journey to become a Rattler.

10:45 to 11:45 a.m. Choose Your Session #1

Academic Preview

Connect with faculty and staff to learn more about your academic school. You’ll discover academic programs, more about your major, courses, research opportunities and more. Guides will lead you to your session from the University Center.

  • College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Greehey School of Business
  • School of Science, Engineering and Technology

11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Lunch

Enjoy a variety of delicious fare, crafted by our award-winning Executive Chef Brent Gorman, at the Diamond Back Café.

11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Campus Fair

Meet with campus resources and academic departments to learn about programs, services and organizations.

11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Residence Hall Tour (Optional)

See what campus living is all about.

1:30 p.m. Financial Aid

Learn how the Office of Financial Assistance connects students and families with available financial resources.

2 p.m. Closing Remarks

Example Schedule for High School Students

Example Schedule for Prospective Graduate Students

Below is an example schedule for prospective graduate students. Information is subject to change.


8:30 a.m. Check-in and Breakfast

Check-in and enjoy a light breakfast at the Cotrell Learning Commons.

9 a.m. Welcome and Breakfast

Enjoy breakfast in the Blume Library, Graduate Center for Excellence with representatives from graduate programs and admissions.

10:15 a.m. Presentation and Q&A

Learn more about the programs and resources St. Mary’s has to offer and the next steps in your journey to become a Rattler. After the presentation, ask questions regarding programs, admission, resources and financial aid.

11:30 a.m. Campus Tour (optional)

Where do I check-in?

Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. in the Cotrell Learning Commons.

Example Schedule for Prospective Graduate Students

Know Before You Go

Parking will be in Lot VLot S and Lot T

Where can I park?

Check-in will begin at 8:30 a.m. in the University Center Atrium for prospective high school students and in the Learning Commons for prospective graduate students.

Where do I check-in?

Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. You will be walking outside between different campus buildings and areas.

Before heading to campus, check out our interactive Campus Map to get the lay of the land. The campus map provides walking directions once you are on campus.   

Be sure to check your email for more event information.

What do I need to know before coming?

More Admission Events



Questions?

Office of Admission
Chaminade Tower
Text us: 210-526-0796
Call us: 210-436-3126
uadm@stmarytx.edu

Office of Graduate Admission
Chaminade Tower
210-436-3126
graduate@stmarytx.edu

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