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St. Mary's University

San Antonio, TXPrivate NonprofitCity Setting
Open Admission • 98% Acceptance
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98%
Accept Rate
Open Admission
$21,145
Avg Net Cost
After financial aid
2.0K
Students
Small campus body
$44,130
Median Earnings
6 Years Post-Graduation

Overview & Identity

St. Mary's University is a private nonprofit institution located in the city setting of San Antonio, TX. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 2.0K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 98%.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Private Nonprofit
Student Population
2.0K (Small)
Admissions Selectivity
98% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City

Admissions & Academics

Admitted Student Scores

SAT Reading465 - 665
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math435 - 645
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite15 - 27
1typical 50% range36
98%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission

Top Majors & Programs

Business & Marketing25% of degrees
Social Sciences17% of degrees
Biological Sciences10% of degrees
Engineering5% of degrees
Health Sciences1% of degrees

Programs / Fields of Study

Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $96,034
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $92,592
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Law.
Credential: First Professional Degree
Earnings 4yr: $87,375
Earnings 5yr: $87,931
Debt: N/A
Finance and Financial Management Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,753
Earnings 5yr: $83,119
Debt: $25,257
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $81,100
Earnings 5yr: $81,824
Debt: N/A
Computer Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $78,406
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $72,775
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Marketing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,151
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $24,267
Law.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $54,265
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $52,553
Earnings 5yr: $56,554
Debt: $23,250
English Language and Literature, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $51,014
Earnings 5yr: $44,831
Debt: $26,000
Criminology.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $48,731
Earnings 5yr: $43,974
Debt: $25,125
Biology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $46,873
Earnings 5yr: $56,849
Debt: $27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $46,782
Earnings 5yr: $45,608
Debt: $27,000
Political Science and Government.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $46,620
Earnings 5yr: $57,741
Debt: $19,500
Psychology, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $41,580
Earnings 5yr: $52,812
Debt: $26,000
International Relations and National Security Studies.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $88,214
Debt: N/A
International Relations and National Security Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $58,487
Debt: N/A
Communication and Media Studies.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $54,049
Debt: N/A
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: N/A
Earnings 5yr: $50,255
Debt: $27,000

Tuition & Cost Portrait

Avg Net Price$21,145
In-State Tuition$37,434
Out-of-State Tuition$37,434
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.

Financial Assistance & Support

39%
Pell Grants
46%
Take Loans
53%
Repayment

Student Outcomes & ROI

Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation

6 Years Post-Entry
$44,130
+29% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$56,955

Completion Signals

59%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
73%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$19,500
Est. Monthly Payment
$211/mo
Based on standard 10yr path

Campus & Demographics

Student Demographics & Community

Diversity Mix

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Gender Balance

40%
Men
60%
Women
The campus gender distribution displays a split of 40% men and 60% women.

Student Vitals

First-Gen Share
39%
Part-Time Share
3%
Avg Family Income
$53,377
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