Earn your graduate degree at St. Mary’s University
Thank you so much for your interest in Graduate Studies at St. Mary’s University. We’re thrilled that you’re considering joining our history of academic excellence at the graduate or doctoral level. Wherever you are in your application journey, please feel free to reach out to the Office of Graduate Admission with any questions.
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The Office of Graduate Admission offers prospective graduate students the ability to meet with a Graduate Admission Counselor to learn more about our academic programs, admission, financial aid options and our amazing faculty. Please submit your request 24 hours in advance of your preferred date and time.
Prospective graduate students can schedule a one-on-one or coffee chat with a Graduate Admission Counselor.
Founded in Marianist Values
St. Mary’s University educates ethical leaders for the common good. We are committed to helping you find a profession that aligns with your personal values and educational background so that you may find more than just a career — you’ll find your true calling.
A History of Academic Excellence
We are committed to providing students with experiential learning opportunities that inform their development of faith and vocation, their understanding of justice and the common good, and their journey to becoming leaders in our local, national and global communities.
Featured Graduate Programs
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
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Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Master of Public Administration
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Doctor of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision
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Master of Science in Industrial / Organizational Psychology
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Master of Science in Cybersecurity
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Graduate Certificates for Dual Credit Teaching
Enhance your skills. Empower students. Earn your Dual Credit Certification!
St. Mary’s offers several 18-credit-hour graduate certificates to help teachers earn their dual credit teaching certification, including English Literature and Language, Political Science, Psychology, and U.S. History. Courses are fully online and can start in any semester.
The philosophy of St. Mary’s University, being welcoming to all, drew me in. The University has a very diverse student population. Some are Catholic, and some are not. Everyone gets treated the same and shares their different points of view.”
Raul Rodriguez (M.B.A. ’22)
Graduate Admission Requirements
How do I apply to graduate programs at St. Mary’s?
All programs require an official degree-granting transcript. International applicants must send an international credential evaluation from a NACES member agency. 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.
To view the admission requirements for your program, please use the tabs below. Each program is listed under the school in which it falls, which can be found on the program’s page.
| Program | Letter(s) of Recommendation | Statement of Purpose | Resume/CV | GRE/GMAT | Start Term* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MBA for Professionals – Online | ✓ | Any |
Greehey School of Business Requirements
| Program | Letter(s) of Recommendation | Statement of Purpose | Resume/CV | GRE/GMAT | Start Term* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate Biblical Studies | 1 | ✓ | Any | ||
| Certificate Community-based Assessment and Evaluation | ✓ | ✓ | Any | ||
| Certificate Digital Communication | ✓ | ||||
| Certificate Dual Credit Teaching English, Literature and Language | 1 | Any | |||
| Certificate Dual Credit Teaching U.S. History | Any | ||||
| Certificate Dual Credit Teaching in Psychology | 1 | Any | |||
| Certificate Public Communication, Public Policy, and Public Leadership | ✓ | ✓ | Any | ||
| Certificate Theology | 1 | ✓ | Any | ||
| Certificate U.S. Public History | Any | ||||
| Clinical Mental Health Counseling | 2 | ✓ | Any | ||
| Communication Studies | 2 | ✓ | Any | ||
| Counselor Education and Supervision (Doctoral) | 3 | ✓ | ✓ | Fall | |
| English Literature and Language | 2 | ✓ | Any | ||
| International Relations – Security Policy | 2 | ✓ | Any | ||
| International Relations – Sustainability Development and Conflict Transformation | 2 | ✓ | Any | ||
| Public Administration | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | Any | |
| Public History | Any | ||||
| Theology | 2 | ✓ | Any | ||
| Industrial/Organizational Psychology | Reference list required | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | Fall |
| Program Evaluation | ✓ | Any |
College of arts, humanities and social sciences requirements
| Program | Letter(s) of Recommendation | Statement of Purpose | Resume/CV | GRE/GMAT | Start Term* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate Cybersecurity | ✓ | ✓ | Any | ||
| Certificate Educational Computer Gaming | ✓ | ✓ | Any | ||
| Certificate Software Engineering – Online | ✓ | ✓ | Any | ||
| Electrical and Computer Engineering | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | Any | |
| Computer Information System | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | Any | |
| Computer Science | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | Any | |
| Cybersecurity | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | Any | |
| Industrial Engineering and Management | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | Any | |
| Software Engineering – Online | 2 | ✓ | ✓ | Any |
School of Science, Engineering and Technology 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 115 on Duolingo English Test
International Students Language Proficiency Requirements
Important Application Dates
Graduate Domestic Application Deadlines
Academic Term Application Priority Deadline Fall Semester (August to December) July 1 Spring Semester (January to May) November 15 Summer Semester (begins late May/early June) April 1 Graduate International Application Deadlines
Academic Term Application Deadline Fall Semester (August to December) May 1 Spring Semester (January to May) October 1
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Office of Graduate Admission
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210-436-3126
graduate@stmarytx.edu