Overview
Enrollment
| Location | San Antonio, Texas |
| Online | stmarytx.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
St. Mary's University, located in San Antonio, Texas, is a private Catholic institution that provides a liberal arts education deeply rooted in the Marianist tradition. The university was established in 1852 and is the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest United States. The campus features a blend of historic and modern architecture set on 135 landscaped acres?an intimate atmosphere that is just a short drive from downtown San Antonio. St. Mary's offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and law programs, with business, law, and the humanities among the most popular majors. The Law School has garnered particular attention for its program excellence. St. Mary's has a moderately selective admissions process. On-campus living is an integral part of the collegiate experience here, with a variety of housing options available for students. While St. Mary's celebrates a strong athletic program, it is particularly known for its men's and women's basketball teams, competing as the Rattlers.
In the most recent statistical year 5,369 prospective students applied, and 4,629 were granted admission. Of those admitted 529 enrolled in the school. 2,812 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 441 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $34,154 plus fees of $1,072. St. Mary's University is ranked 517 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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St. Mary's University is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for St. Mary's University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#517 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#360 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#19 in Best Colleges in Texas
#13 in Best Private Colleges in Texas
#367 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#13 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1020/1220 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.61 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $1,072 |
| Room and Board | $11,448 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,174 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Social Sciences | 14% |
| Biology | 12% |
| Psychology | 7% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024