St. Mary's University
San Antonio, Texas · Private
St. Mary's University admitted 92% of 4,402 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 970–1160 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 59% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at St. Mary's University
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Application deadlines
St. Mary's University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check St. Mary's University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
St. Mary's University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How St. Mary's University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
- Test scores
- Essay
- Activities
- Character
- Volunteering
Considered
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Legacy
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.61 GPA. 17% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $52,362 a year. After grants, students paid $20,562 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is St. Mary's University’s acceptance rate?
St. Mary's University admitted 92% of applicants: 4,057 of 4,402 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is St. Mary's University’s application deadline?
St. Mary's University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for St. Mary's University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 970 to 1160, with a median around 1060. A score at or above 1060 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is St. Mary's University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does St. Mary's University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, St. Mary's University asks 2 questions of its own on top of the main essay (answer both, 50–250 words each). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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