Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 81.9%
- Average SAT
- 1,001
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 935–1,066
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 20
- Total Enrollment
- 889
Admissions Overview
University of Saint Mary is open admission with an 82% acceptance rate. Most applicants who meet basic requirements will be admitted. The middle 50% of students score between 935-1066 on the SAT or around 20 on the ACT. These scores reflect the school's commitment to access rather than exclusivity. The 12:1 student-faculty ratio means professors can work closely with students who need extra support. This Catholic university seeks students interested in service-oriented careers, particularly nursing, education, and business. The school values students who want hands-on learning through clinical partnerships and appreciate a faith-based environment that emphasizes personal growth alongside academic achievement.