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Saint Mary's College

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world rank  2615

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Overview

Established in 1844, the Saint Mary's College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Notre Dame (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Indiana. This institution also has a branch campus in South Bend. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Saint Mary's College is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) women only US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Saint Mary's College offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 180-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Saint Mary's College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Saint Mary's College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Saint Mary's College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Saint Mary's College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Saint Mary's College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1844
Motto Spes unica
Our only hope
Colours Blue and while
Mascot Belle
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University Location

Address 133 Le Mans Hall
Notre Dame
46556 Indiana
United States
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Saint Mary's College Phone Number +1 (574) 284 4000
Saint Mary's College Fax Number +1 (574) 284 4841
Other locations South Bend

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Saint Mary's College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Saint Mary's College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Saint Mary's College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Saint Mary's College.

Saint Mary's College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
International
students
45,000-49,999 US$
(41,010-45,570 Euro)
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Saint Mary's College's admission information.

Saint Mary's College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Women Only.


Saint Mary's College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Saint Mary's College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Saint Mary's College's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Saint Mary's College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Saint Mary's College's Admission Office Admission Office

Admission Office
Notre Dame 46556-5001
(574) 284 4587
800 551 7621

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Saint Mary's College.

Saint Mary's College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Saint Mary's College has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Saint Mary's College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Saint Mary's College's Control Type Control Type

Saint Mary's College is a private higher education institution.


Saint Mary's College's Entity Type Entity Type

Saint Mary's College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Saint Mary's College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Saint Mary's College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Saint Mary's College is Christian-Catholic Religious Affiliation

Saint Mary's College has a Christian-Catholic affiliation (Congregation of Holy Cross - www.holycrosscongregation.org).


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Saint Mary's College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Other-dominant, with Arts & Sciences

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Saint Mary's College's main facilities:


Saint Mary's College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Saint Mary's College's Library

Saint Mary's College's library has 3 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 155,723 physical volumes, 2,881 physical media, 106,131 digital/electronic media and 114 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 17 full-time employees, including 7 librarians. Saint Mary's College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Saint Mary's College's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Saint Mary's College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,274 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Saint Mary's College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Saint Mary's College's main services:


Saint Mary's College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Saint Mary's College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Saint Mary's College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Saint Mary's College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Saint Mary's College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Saint Mary's College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Saint Mary's College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1950


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Saint Mary's College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Saint Mary's College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • International Federation of Catholic Universities (IFCU)
  • Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities (ACCU)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Saint Mary's College's Facebook page Saint Mary's College's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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