Graduate Study
St. Mary’s University is pleased to offer a wide-range of graduate degrees at the master’s, doctoral and graduate certificate level. Graduate level courses at St. Mary’s are usually offered after 5 p.m. Monday through Friday on a traditional semester schedule.
The information presented on this page is intended for students who have already earned a bachelor’s degree and seek to enroll at St. Mary’s as a graduate student. For undergraduate admission, please see the Undergraduate Admission page.

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Upcoming Events
The Office of Graduate Admission looks forward to connecting you with the St. Mary’s University community to learn more about our graduate programs, the admission process and the benefits a graduate degree or certificate could have on your career.
View our upcoming Virtual Info Sessions:
February 2021
- M.B.A. – Feb. 3 at 12 p.m.
- School of Science, Engineering and Technology – Feb. 5 at 10 a.m.
- M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Feb. 8 at 11 a.m.
- M.A. Theology – Feb. 9 at 2 p.m.
- School of Science, Engineering and Technology – Feb. 15 at 10 a.m.
- M.B.A. – Feb. 17 at 12 p.m.
- M.A. Public Administration – Feb. 17 at 3 p.m.
- M.A. English Literature Language – Feb. 17 at 6 p.m.
- M.S. Industrial Organizational Psychology – Feb. 18 at 2 p.m.
- M.A. International Relations – Feb. 18 at 3 p.m.
- M.A. Public History – Feb. 23 at 3 p.m.
- M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Feb. 24 at 11 a.m.
March 2021
- M.B.A. – March 3 at 12 p.m.
- School of Science, Engineering and Technology – March 5 at 10 a.m.
- M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling – March 10 at 11 a.m.
- M.A. Theology – March 16 at 2 p.m.
- M.B.A. – March 17 at 12 p.m.
- M.A. Public Administration – March 17 at 3 p.m.
- M.A. English Literature Language – March 17 at 6 p.m.
- M.A. International Relations – March 18 at 10 a.m.
- M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling – March 22 at 11 a.m.
- M.A. Public History – March 23 at 3 p.m.
- M.B.A. – March 31 at 12 p.m.
April 2021
- School of Science, Engineering and Technology – April 9 at 10 a.m.
- M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling – April 12 at 11 a.m.
- M.A. Theology – April 13 at 2 p.m.
- M.B.A. – April 14 at 12 p.m.
- M.A. Public Administration – April 14 at 3 p.m.
- M.A. English Literature Language – April 14 at 6 p.m.
- M.A. International Relations – April 15 at 10 a.m.
- M.S. Industrial Organizational Psychology – April 15 at 2 p.m.
- School of Science, Engineering and Technology – April 19 at 10 a.m.
- M.A. Public History – April 20 at 3 p.m.
- M.A. Clinical Mental Health Counseling – April 26 at 11 a.m.
- M.B.A. – April 28 at 12 p.m.
May 2021
Can’t make it to one of our events? See our other virtual options below.
Experience St. Mary’s
The Office of Graduate Admission is logged on and ready to connect with prospective students virtually. We offer several options to fit everyone’s preferences and schedules.
Virtual Information Sessions
The Office of Graduate Admission will host virtual information sessions for prospective students Monday through Friday at noon in conjunction with different academic and cocurricular departments across campus. Prospective graduate students can discuss the application process and the many benefits of a graduate degree from St. Mary’s University.
Chat with the Office of Admission
Graduate admission counselors will host informal virtual coffee chats each Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. via Zoom, the University’s video conference platform. Sign up for the opportunity to ask questions about graduate programs, the admission process and financing a graduate education at St. Mary’s.
Video Chats or Phone Calls
The Office of Admission is available to chat one-on-one with prospective students. Let us know when you’d like us to give you a buzz or connect via Zoom by picking your preferred date and time block. Calls will be scheduled with available faculty and staff during your preferred block.
- Morning Edition – Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon
- Afternoon Edition – Monday through Friday, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Please submit your video chat or phone call request 24 hours in advance of your preferred date and time block.
The Office of Admission will work to schedule your call during the day and time block you submit your request for. A specific time for your video chat or phone call will be communicated to you in advance of your conversation.
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Graduate Program Spotlight

MBA for Professionals
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Master of Science in Software Engineering
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Master of Arts in International Relations
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Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision
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Graduate Program Admission Requirements
All programs require an official transcript. The GRE/GMAT is optional unless otherwise noted. Requirements are subject to change and additional materials may be required. Contact your program director or Graduate Admission for details.
Program | Letter(s) of Recommendation | Statement of Purpose | Resume/CV | GRE/GMAT |
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MBA for Values-Driven Leaders | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | |
MBA for Professionals | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | |
Business Intelligence Certificate Online |
Program | Letter(s) of Recommendation | Statement of Purpose | Resume/CV | GRE/GMAT |
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Certificate Community-based Assessment and Evaluation | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Certificate US. Public History | 1 | |||
Certificate Dual Credit Teaching English, Literature and Language | 1 | |||
Certificate Dual Credit Teaching U.S History | 1 | |||
Certificate-Public Communication, Public Policy, and Public Leadership | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Clinical Mental Health Counseling | 2 | ✓ | ||
Counselor Education and Supervision (Doctoral) | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
English Literature and Language | 2 | ✓ | ||
International Relations – Security Policy | 2 | ✓ | ||
International Relations – Sustainability Development and Conflict Transformation | 2 | ✓ | ||
Public Administration | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | |
Public History | 2 | |||
Theology | 2 | ✓ |
Program | Letter(s) of Recommendation | Statement of Purpose | Resume/CV | GRE/GMAT |
---|---|---|---|---|
Certificate Cybersecurity | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Certificate Educational Computer Gaming | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Certificate Software Engineering | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Computer Engineering | 2 | ✓ | ||
Computer Information System | 2 | ✓ | ||
Computer Science | 2 | ✓ | ||
Cybersecurity | 2 | ✓ | ||
Electrical Engineering | 2 | ✓ | ||
Engineering System Management | 2 | ✓ | ||
Industrial Engineering | 2 | ✓ | ||
Industrial/Organizational Psychology | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Software Engineering Online | 2 | ✓ |
International Students Requirements
- Minimum of 6.0 on IELTS for all graduate programs (except MBA: applicants require 6.5 on IELTS)
- Minimum of 80 on TOEFL for all graduate programs (except MBA: applicants require 87 on TOEFL )
- Minimum of 105 on Duolingo English Test

Graduate Center for Excellence
The Graduate Center for Excellence is a collaborative learning space designed exclusively for St. Mary’s masters and doctoral students to collaborate with classmates and students from other disciplines.
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Contact Us
The Office of Admission – Graduate Studies
Chaminade Tower
One Camino Santa Maria
San Antonio, Texas 78228
Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
210-436-3126
graduate@stmarytx.edu