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Saint Martin's University

Lacey, WA·Private·https://www.stmartin.edu/

Campus Identity

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Saint Martin's University is a small private nonprofit university in Lacey, WA. Approximately 1,158 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 90% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 46/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Saint Martin's University is a small private nonprofit university in Lacey, WA. Approximately 1,158 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 90% acceptance rate. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 46/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

90%
Acceptance Rate
2,127 applications
19
ACT Score (50th %ile)
Range: 16–20
$40,210
In-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$40,210
Out-of-State Tuition
+$480 fees
$14,992
Room & Board
9 meals/week
1,158
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
13%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
N/A
Athletics
Selectivity90% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

SAT Scores (25th–75th Percentile)

SAT Evidence-Based Reading

510565610

SAT Math

515550620

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

1,000–4,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

62 miles

Westport, WA

Ski Access

62 miles

Crystal Mountain Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

47°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

62 mi away
2,600 skiable acres11 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
71 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

71 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Westport, WA

Ocean access within 61.9 miles

62 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Lacey, WA

40°Jan41°Feb44°Mar48°Apr55°May59°Jun64°Jul64°Aug59°Sep50°Oct43°Nov39°Dec

Station: OLYMPIA Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

46/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety543541
54/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
35/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
41/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$40,210
Fees
$480
Room & Board
$14,992
Total
$55,682
Meal Plan: 9 meals/week

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

53 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Computer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsCertificate
133 grads/yr
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's
61 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
40 grads/yr$67,805
Psychology, GeneralBachelor's
35 grads/yr$51,097
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's
27 grads/yr$59,433

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Computer Science
Certificate grads$119,807
Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor's14 grads$92,321
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's22 grads$85,456
Civil Engineering
Bachelor's16 grads$85,276
Computer Science
Bachelor's7 grads$80,166
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's40 grads$67,805
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Master's$62,064
Accounting and Related Services
Bachelor's8 grads$61,432
Social Work
Bachelor's14 grads$59,559
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's27 grads$59,433

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Saint Martin's University located?

Saint Martin's University is located in Lacey, WA. The main campus address is 5000 Abbey Way SE, Lacey, WA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Saint Martin's University?

Saint Martin's University has an acceptance rate of 90%, making it accessible. Out of 2,127 applicants, 1,910 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,158 students enrolled.

What ACT score do you need for Saint Martin's University?

The middle 50% of enrolled students at Saint Martin's University scored between 16 and 20 on the ACT, with a median of 19. About 4% of enrolled students submitted ACT scores. Scoring in this range will put you within the typical range, though admissions decisions consider many factors.

How much does it cost to attend Saint Martin's University?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Saint Martin's University charges $40,210/year in tuition. Including room and board ($14,992/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $40,690/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Saint Martin's University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Saint Martin's University the right fit for me?

Whether Saint Martin's University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (90% admit rate), cost ($40,210/year out-of-state), campus culture in Lacey, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Saint Martin's University against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Saint Martin's University directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Lacey, WA
Size
1,000–4,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 47°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
46/100
Nearest Airport
Olympia, WA (OLM) · 6 mialso GRF (11 mi), TCM (17 mi)

Location

Lacey, WA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.