Saint Mary's College

(Notre Dame, IN)

It's your turn to be heard, to stretch your abilities and exercise your imagination. At Saint Mary's College, our rigorous academics and nurturing community will empower you to learn, grow, and lead."The classes are very small, so you get to know the professors. You get to know all the students. It's a close community, and I think you learn better by getting more personal attention."-Dana Christiano '07, Chicago, IllinoisSaint Mary's outstanding faculty are top scholars in their fields and are centered on your education. They'll engage you in classroom discussions and activities, then lead you outside the classroom for hands-on learning.Our close-knit student community of 1,527 women will embrace and encourage you to you achieve your potential and make a difference in the world.Saint Mary's welcomes you, challenges you, and immerses you in academic and personal exploration. We'll prepare you for a life of endless possibilities. It all begins at Saint Mary's.

Admissions

85.6%
of Applicants Admitted

GPA

3.71
  • November 15, 2012
  • February 15, 2013
  • Offers Rolling Admission
Fair Test School
SAT Not Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile
  • 1580–1870 SAT Total
  • 510–620 SAT Reading
  • 510–600 SAT Math
  • 510–620 SAT Writing
  • 23–28 ACT Composite

Cost

$41,722
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board
  • $32,550
  • $32,550
  • $10,860
  • $1,200

Will I Like It

1,550
number of undergraduates
  • Private Non-Profit
  • Suburban
  • Catholic
  • 100% Women

Academics

Areas of Study

Education

Teaching

Engineering

Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Health & Medicine

Nursing, Pre-Med

Humanities

Art History, English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages, History, Writing

Journalism & Communication

Communications

Music

General Music & Theory, Voice & Opera

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Political Science & Government

Public Service

Social Work

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Math

Social Sciences

Psychology, Sociology

Visual Arts & Design

Fine Arts, Graphic Design

Clubs & Activities

Student Government, joint daily newspaper with the University of Notre Dame, intramurals, Division 3 varsity athletics

Extra Curriculars

Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming & Diving, Tennis, Volleyball

Mailing Address

Notre Dame, IN 46556
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