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How to Submit your St. Mary’s Application

Welcome to St. Mary’s University! We are thrilled that you are exploring how to apply to St. Mary’s University. The admission application is available free of charge, if you apply online, and we encourage you to submit the application and supplemental items (transcript(s), and letters of recommendation) as quickly as possible.

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  • At St. Mary’s, we strive for excellence as a community. It’s a great place to grow your network and explore your interests, knowing that, if you mess up, everyone is supporting you to do it again. There’s always another opportunity.

    — Daniel Gimena, International Business and International Global Studies major

Can I get into St. Mary’s University?

Like any great match, college admissions is about finding the right fit — for us and for you. We’re looking for students who find our blend of challenging academics and inviting community exciting. Students who want to use what they learn in the classroom to leave the world a little bit better than they found it, and have the determination to make it happen. If this sounds like you, then we may have a match made in education heaven.

All the things that make up your academic profile will tell us a lot about what you’ve done in the classroom. But in order to really put your talents to work — to live life fully in service to others — you need resolve. A fighter’s spirit. Heart. Show us this kind of energy and we’ll show you to our classroom.

St. Mary’s University GPA Requirements

We review each application individually, looking at grades, coursework, test scores, and the applicant’s record of service and leadership. A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale, in all of the academic work attempted, is a good starting point for admissions.

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3.44
Average cumulative GPA
1042
Average SAT (Critical Reading and Math)
22
Average ACT score

Apply as an Undergraduate

Undergraduate students are pursuing bachelor’s degrees. Some undergraduate students are just starting out as first-years, while others are transferring in from other institutions. Undergraduate students also include international students.

You can learn more about the undergraduate application process or get started right away.

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  • First-Year

    First-year students have a high school diploma or a GED, but little to no college credit. You’ll enter St. Mary’s as a freshman.

    Freshman admission

  • Transfer

    Transfer students have started their undergraduate studies at another university and plan to complete their degree at St. Mary’s.

    Transfer Admission

  • International

    International students are residents of countries outside of the United States and hope to earn their undergraduate degree from St. Mary’s.

    International admission
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Apply as a Graduate Student

If you already have a bachelor’s degree, you can start your St. Mary’s journey as a graduate student. The admission process varies a little by program, so start by choosing a program.

You can learn more about the graduate application process or get started now.

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International students have a few additional requirements, such as English language proficiency and TOEFL exam scores.

International Application Process
International graduate Requirements

Non-degree seeking or visiting students can apply using the button below.

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Non-degree seeking students

Law Students

St. Mary’s School of Law offers separate applications for each program. Select a program to learn more about application requirements.

APPLY TO THE J.D. PROGRAM
APPLY TO AN LL.M. PROGRAM
APPLY TO THE M.JUR. PROGRAM

  • Contact

    For any questions you or your family may have, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to support you.

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