Saint Mary’s College of California, is the only Catholic and the only Californian college to feature in the prestigious “Colleges That Changes Lives”. It has also been rated by Forbes as a “Top College Worth Investment”.
Highlights
| Type | private |
| Campus Setting | Rural |
| Endowment | USD $133,171,000 |
| Cost of Attendance | $55,350 |
| Campus Housing Capacity | 86% |
| Admission Helpdesk | (574) 213-0281 |
| Student Retention Rate | 86% |
Program, Campus, and Residence
- The college has 4 schools offering undergraduate, graduate and professional courses in majors of Anthropology, Global and Regional Studies, Gender Studies, Psychology, Business Administration, etc.
- The campus is spread in an area of 420 acres. The small class sizes provide a good learning experience. The average retention rate is 87%.
- The hostel is mandatory and guaranteed for 2 years. There are 22 residence halls located within a 10 minutes walk area.
Admission Process
| Requirements | Official Transcripts; LoR; |
| Test Scores | SAT/ACT/GRE/GMAT |
| English Proficiency Test | TOEFL/IELTS/EIKEN/Other |
| Application Fee | UG- 60 USD, Graduate- 60 USD |
| Additional Requirements | Essay- Personal Statement |
| Intake Season | UG: Fall- Jan 15, Spring- Jan 1 |
How to Apply -.Admission is done through “The Common Application”. For more details, visit the college website.
Cost of Attendance
| Requirements | Undergraduate Expenses |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fee | USD 48,988 |
| Room and Board | USD 15,524 |
| Books and Supplies | USD 1,278 |
| Medical Insurance (Mandatory) | USD 2,966 |
| Other Expenses | USD 3,240 |
| Total Expenses | USD 71,996 |
Financial Aid
Saint Mary’s College of California gives financial aid in the form of scholarships.
- The college provides an average financial aid of USD 24,496 to 69% of its students.
- The international students are also given a presidential scholarship of USD 25,000 annually.
Saint Mary’s College of California has a strong alumni network including the “Academy Award” winning actor Mahershala Ali. The alumni are provided benefits like 15% off on US airports parking, Alumni legacy scholarships and library services.
