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St. Mary's University
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  • 4 Year
  • SAN ANTONIO, TX

Report Card

grade B
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B
  2. Value
    grade B
  3. Diversity
    grade A minus
  4. Campus
    grade B minus
  5. Athletics
    grade B minus
  6. Party Scene
    grade B
  7. Professors
    grade A minus
  8. Location
    grade C+
  9. Dorms
    grade B
  10. Campus Food
    grade B+
  11. Student Life
    grade B
  12. Safety
    grade C

About

ONE CAMINO SANTA MARIA
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78228
Athletic Division
NCAA Division II (without football)
Athletic Conference
Heartland Conference
From St. Mary's University

As a Catholic and Marianist University, we create opportunities for you to engage deeply in academics and faith. You become part of a family dedicated to excellence, the discovery of truth, and a deeply rooted belief in supporting the common good.

As you explore St. Mary’s University, take a moment to imagine who you can become and what you will discover as a St. Mary’s Rattler.

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St. Mary's University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
88%
SAT Range
1040-1220
ACT Range
21-26
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$17,899 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$26,071 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
99%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade A minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
8:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
79%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 57 responses
71%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 70 responses
73%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 70 responses

Majors

Engineering Science - Drone Technology

academic spotlight

The first of its kind in Texas, this program combines foundational engineering principles with 24 credit hours of technical electives related to drone technology, including a senior design project to develop drone technology for real-world applications for industry partners and a drone flight certification.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
2
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
2
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    44%
  • On Campus
    56%
  • Online
    0%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
2,007 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
86
Undergrads Over 25
6%
Pell Grant
45%
Varsity Athletes
13%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 43 responses
  • Friendly
    72%
  • Fun loving
    12%
  • Diverse
    7%
  • Rich
    5%
  • Outgoing
    2%
  • Random
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
45%
Poll
56%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 86 responses
Poll
62%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 93 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 51 responses
  • Small community
    57%
  • Excellence
    20%
  • Friendly
    14%
  • Awesome
    8%
  • Home away from home
    2%
  • Underrated
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$46,600 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
59%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%
97%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 34 responses

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