St. Mary's University Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
St. Mary's University is a private research university in San Antonio, Texas, enrolling about 1,951 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 97.76% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $37,434
- 2024 Average Net Price: $21,145 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 97.76% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,951 97.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 58.93%
- Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
- First-Generation Students: 38.7%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 2.9% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 2.0% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 63.3%
- Average SAT Score: 1089
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 2,257
- Applicants (IPEDS): 5,203
- Room & Board: $12,894 annual estimate
St. Mary's University: what the data shows
Common questions about St. Mary's University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is St. Mary's University?
St. Mary's University is located in San Antonio, TX (ZIP 78228).
NCES locale classification: City.
Is St. Mary's University public or private?
St. Mary's University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does St. Mary's University cost?
Published tuition: $37,434.
Average net price after aid: $21,145.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $18,352 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $21,470 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $20,553 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,331 |
| $110,001+ | $24,649 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $149,736.
How hard is it to get into St. Mary's University?
Admission rate: 97.76%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1089.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is St. Mary's University?
Total enrollment: 1,951 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 2,257 students.
Graduate enrollment: 1,307 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at St. Mary's University?
150%-time completion rate: 58.93%.
First-year retention: 73.0%.
What do graduates of St. Mary's University earn?
Median earnings: $44,130 six years after entry; $56,955 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $25,563.
38.61% of students receive Pell grants.
What is St. Mary's University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Law (240 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (74 completions)
- American/U.S. Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence (41 completions)
- Mental Health Counseling/Counselor (36 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (35 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (29 completions)
- Political Science and Government, General (29 completions)
- Finance, General (26 completions)
- Criminology (25 completions)
- English Language and Literature, General (24 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is St. Mary's University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 97.76%; completion rate 58.93%; median earnings $56,955 at 10 years; net price $21,145. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$37,434
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at St. Mary's University was $37,434.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$21,145
2024 Value
In 2024 St. Mary's University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $21,145.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$84,580 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$21,145 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$149,736 4-Year Tuition
$12,894 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,300 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$51,628 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$206,512 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for St. Mary's University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
38.61% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
46.30% 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 St. Mary'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 St. Mary'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 | $25,126 | $25,126 | $18,791 |
| 2014 | $26,186 | $26,186 | $18,059 |
| 2015 | $27,160 | $27,160 | $17,691 |
| 2016 | $28,200 | $28,200 | $16,947 |
| 2017 | $29,300 | $29,300 | $17,522 |
| 2018 | $30,650 | $30,650 | $17,850 |
| 2019 | $32,140 | $32,140 | $19,276 |
| 2020 | $33,720 | $33,720 | $18,658 |
| 2021 | $34,564 | $34,564 | $17,120 |
| 2022 | $35,226 | $35,226 | $21,798 |
| 2023 | $36,242 | $36,242 | $21,352 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
97.76% Acceptance Rate
5,203 Total Applicants
4,628 Students Admitted
530 First-Time Students Enrolled
11.45% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1089
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 & Student Demographics
St. Mary's University reported total enrollment of about 1,951 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes Hispanic or Latino (53.5%), Race/ethnicity unknown (23.6%), and White (10.3%). About 38.61% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 38.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at St. Mary's University in 2024 is 1,951 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,257 students. Graduate enrollment is about 1,307 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
73.0%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is Hispanic or Latino at 53.5%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
48.90% 100% Completion Time
58.93% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 48.90% of students graduating from St. Mary's University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Law: 42% male / 58% female
- Business Administration and Management, General: 58% male / 42% female
- American/U.S. Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence: 46% male / 54% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: Hispanic or Latino.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for St. Mary's University.
Return on Investment
$25,563 Median Student Debt
$56,955 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
44.88% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
573.39% Return on Investment
4.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for St. Mary's University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 52 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Law: 240 completions
2. Business Administration and Management, General: 74 completions
3. American/U.S. Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence: 41 completions
4. Mental Health Counseling/Counselor: 36 completions
5. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 35 completions
6. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 29 completions
7. Political Science and Government, General: 29 completions
8. Finance, General: 26 completions
9. Criminology: 25 completions
Most popular programs at St. Mary's University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for St. Mary's University graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for St. Mary's University from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 63.3%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $10,724
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $13,146
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
St. Mary's University is a private non-profit institution located in San Antonio, TX, classified as Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Law, Business Administration and Management, General, American/U.S. Law/Legal Studies/Jurisprudence. Enrollment is approximately 1,951 students. Student body composition includes Hispanic or Latino (53.5%), Race/ethnicity unknown (23.6%), White (10.3%). The admission rate is 97.76%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1089. The 150%-time completion rate is 58.93%. Approximately 38.61% of students receive Pell Grants. About 38.7% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Master's Colleges and Universities: Medium Programs
Location
San Antonio, TX 78228
Region: Southwest
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 52 distinct degree programs, St. Mary's University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St. Mary's University located?
St. Mary's University is located in San Antonio, TX.
What is St. Mary's University's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at St. Mary's University is 97.8% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 5,203 applicants and 4,628 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does St. Mary's University cost?
Reported tuition is $37,434 and average net price is $21,145 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $12,894 annually.
What is the student body demographics at St. Mary's University?
St. Mary's University reports undergraduate enrollment of about 2,257 students, Hispanic or Latino (53.5%), Race/ethnicity unknown (23.6%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend St. Mary's University?
About 38.7% of students at St. Mary's University are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for St. Mary's University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, St. Mary's University reports midpoint SAT about 1089.
What do graduates of St. Mary's University earn?
Median earnings are $44,130 six years after entry and $56,955 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at St. Mary's University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 58.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do St. Mary's University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $25,563.
Is St. Mary's University public or private?
St. Mary's University is a private nonprofit institution located in San Antonio, TX.
Is St. Mary's University an HBCU?
No. St. Mary's University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is St. Mary's University a tribal college?
No. St. Mary's University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- Texas college costs
- Texas colleges by ROI
- San Antonio, Texas city profile
- Southwest regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Texas
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.