Campus Identity
St. Mary's University is a small private nonprofit university in San Antonio, TX. Approximately 1,951 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 98% acceptance rate. Calaveras Lake is about 15 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 40/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
St. Mary's University is a small private nonprofit university in San Antonio, TX. Approximately 1,951 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 98% acceptance rate. Calaveras Lake is about 15 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 40/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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Campus Lifestyle
St. Mary's University is a 1,000–4,999, urban school with NCAA D2 athletics. The campus is 721 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.
Athletics
NCAA D2
Lone Star
School Size & Setting
1,000–4,999
Urban setting
Weather
Hot Climate
64°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
St. Mary's University students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 721 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 982 miles of campus.
Missouri
South Dakota
Nearby Lake
Calaveras Lake is 15 miles from campus, giving St. Mary's University students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.
Calaveras Lake
Lake access within 14.9 miles
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · San Antonio, TX
San Antonio has a warm climate, with winters averaging 52°F in Jan and summers peaking around 85°F in Aug.
Station: SAN ANTONIO INCARNATE WORD · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
St. Mary's University in TX earns a composite safety score of 40/100, rated Less Safe among U.S. colleges.
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
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | Annual Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $37,434 |
| Fees | $1,046 |
| Room & Board | $12,700 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $51,180 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
84 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
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 St. Mary's University located?
St. Mary's University is located in San Antonio, TX. The main campus address is One Camino Santa Maria, San Antonio, TX. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.
What is the acceptance rate at St. Mary's University?
St. Mary's University has an acceptance rate of 98%, making it accessible. Out of 4,724 applicants, 4,618 were admitted in the most recent year. 1,951 students enrolled.
What ACT score do you need for St. Mary's University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students at St. Mary's University scored between 15 and 27 on the ACT, with a median of 20. About 11% 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 St. Mary's University?
For the 2024-25 academic year, St. Mary's University charges $37,434/year in tuition. Including room and board ($12,700/year), the total estimated cost is approximately $34,564/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,145/year — what students actually pay. Use St. Mary's University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Does St. Mary's University have college sports?
Yes — St. Mary's University competes at the NCAA D2 level in the Lone Star. Division II programs offer athletic scholarships and competitive sports programs while balancing academics and athletics.
Is St. Mary's University the right fit for me?
Whether St. Mary's University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (98% admit rate), avg net price ($21,145/year after aid), campus culture in San Antonio, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh St. Mary's University against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with St. Mary's University directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Private
- Location
- San Antonio, TX
- Size
- 1,000–4,999
- Degrees Offered
- Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
- NCAA
- NCAA D2
- Conference
- Lone Star
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 64°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 40/100
- Nearest Airport
- San Antonio, TX (SKF) · 5 mialso SAT (8 mi), SSF (10 mi)
Location
San Antonio, TX