Saint Martin's University Admission Requirements

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Saint Martin's University Admission Overview

Saint Martin's University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Saint Martin's University admitted 89.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.46 GPA (B+) and SAT 1025-1230 / ACT 16-20. Saint Martin's University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Saint Martin's University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Saint Martin's University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

89.8%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Saint Martin's University acceptance rate is 89.8%. Last year, 1,910 of 2,127 applicants were admitted. That is the 14th lowest acceptance rate in Washington.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Saint Martin's University and can you get accepted?

Saint Martin's University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Saint Martin's University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.46. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Saint Martin's University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.46

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.46

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Saint Martin's University typically have around a 3.46 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Saint Martin's University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #12 in Washington for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Saint Martin's University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	6.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	27.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	24.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	14.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	14.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	14.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	1.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Saint Martin's University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1025-1230

Freshmen who sent SAT

12%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 510
Math 515
Composite 1025

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 610
Math 620
Composite 1230

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Saint Martin's University typically score around a 1130 SAT (middle 50% 1025–1230) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 64th percentile nationally. Saint Martin's University ranks #14 in the state of Washington for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1025 to 1230

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Saint Martin's University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Saint Martin's University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1230+	Above 75th	>94%
1130 to 1230	Avg +	90%-94%
1025 to 1130	Avg -	83%-90%
Below 1025	Below mid-50	<83%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Saint Martin's University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

16-20

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 16
Math 14
Composite 16

75th Percentile Scores

English 21
Math 20
Composite 20

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Saint Martin's University typically have around a 18 ACT (mid-50 16–20) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 38th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Saint Martin's University places #17 among colleges in Washington for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 20

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Saint Martin's University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 18.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Saint Martin's University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
20+	Above 75th	>94%
18 to 20	Avg +	90%-94%
16 to 18	Avg -	83%-90%
Below 16	Below mid-50	<83%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Saint Martin's University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,237	859	2,127
Accepted	1,119	762	1,910
Acceptance Rate	90%	89%	90%
Enrolled	147	98	245
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	13%	13%	13%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Saint Martin's University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Saint Martin's University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 31, 2027

Days left to Apply

334

Applicants have 334 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jul 31, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Saint Martin's University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Saint Martin's University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Saint Martin's University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 89.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.46 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1025-1230); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025