Saint Martin's University
Saint Martin's University is a private research university in Lacey, Washington, enrolling about 1,158 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 89.80% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $62,092 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $45,510
- 2024 Average Net Price: $28,119 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 89.80% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,158 94.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 51.90%
- Average SAT Score: 1093
Saint Martin's University: what the data shows
Common questions about Saint Martin's University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Saint Martin's University?
Saint Martin's University is located in Lacey, WA (ZIP 98503-7500).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Saint Martin's University public or private?
Saint Martin's University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Saint Martin's University cost?
Published tuition: $45,510.
Average net price after aid: $28,119.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,810 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $24,499 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $24,997 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $30,232 |
| $110,001+ | $33,354 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $182,040.
How hard is it to get into Saint Martin's University?
Admission rate: 89.80%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1093 and midpoint ACT 21.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Saint Martin's University?
Total enrollment: 1,158 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Saint Martin's University?
150%-time completion rate: 51.90%.
First-year retention: 64.6%.
What do graduates of Saint Martin's University earn?
Median earnings: $57,998 six years after entry; $62,092 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,500.
41.91% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Saint Martin's University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (548 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (70 completions)
- Graphic Communications (66 completions)
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other (52 completions)
- General Psychology (34 completions)
- CIP 520201 (30 completions)
- Computer Science - 11.0902 (28 completions)
- Mechanical Engineering (19 completions)
- CIP 511505 (19 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (16 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Saint Martin's University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 89.80%; completion rate 51.90%; median earnings $62,092 at 10 years; net price $28,119. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$45,510
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Saint Martin's University was $45,510.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$28,119
2024 Value
In 2024 Saint Martin's University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,119.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$112,476 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$28,119 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$182,040 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Saint Martin's University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
41.91% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
68.67% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Saint Martin's University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Saint Martin's University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $30,284 | $30,284 | $19,077 |
| 2014 | $31,688 | $31,688 | $19,717 |
| 2015 | $33,194 | $33,194 | $21,355 |
| 2016 | $34,356 | $34,356 | $20,795 |
| 2017 | $35,656 | $35,656 | $21,416 |
| 2018 | $37,356 | $37,356 | $21,826 |
| 2019 | $38,560 | $38,560 | $22,668 |
| 2020 | $39,940 | $39,940 | $22,580 |
| 2021 | $40,690 | $40,690 | $21,312 |
| 2022 | $42,220 | $42,220 | $20,444 |
| 2023 | $44,210 | $44,210 | $22,618 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
89.80% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1093
ACT Average: 21
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
94.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Saint Martin's University in 2024 is 1,158 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
64.6%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
42.62% 100% Completion Time
51.90% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 42.62% of students graduating from Saint Martin's University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Saint Martin's University.
Return on Investment
$22,500 Median Student Debt
$62,092 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
36.24% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
452.05% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Saint Martin's University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 70 completions
Graphic Communications: 66 completions
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other: 52 completions
General Psychology: 34 completions
CIP 52.0201: 30 completions
Computer Science - 11.0902: 28 completions
Mechanical Engineering: 19 completions
CIP 51.1505: 19 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 16 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 548 completions
Most popular programs at Saint Martin's University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Saint Martin's University graduates.
About
Saint Martin's University is a private non-profit institution located in Lacey, WA, offering 41 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,158 students. The admission rate is 89.80%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1093. The institution maintains a 51.90% graduation rate. Approximately 41.91% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Lacey, WA 98503-7500
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Saint Martin's University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Saint Martin's University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $45,510 and average net price is $28,119 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Saint Martin's University?
The admission rate is 89.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Saint Martin's University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Saint Martin's University reports midpoint SAT about 1093 and midpoint ACT about 21.
What do graduates of Saint Martin's University earn?
Median earnings are $57,998 six years after entry and $62,092 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Saint Martin's University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 51.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Saint Martin's University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,500.
How big is Saint Martin's University?
Total enrollment is about 1,158 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Saint Martin's University public or private?
Saint Martin's University is a private nonprofit institution located in Lacey, WA.
Is Saint Martin's University an HBCU?
No. Saint Martin's University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Saint Martin's University a tribal college?
No. Saint Martin's University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Saint Martin's University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Saint Martin's University does not meet that proxy (reported share 24.3%).
Is Saint Martin's University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Saint Martin's University: Roman Catholic.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.