St. Mary’s University: A Gateway for International Students St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, is a gateway for students to professional lives as ethical leaders. The Marianists (Society of Mary) who founded the University in 1852 continue to infuse the student experience with a welcoming Catholic spirit and a focus on educating students who are committed to serving the greater good. The first and oldest Catholic university in Texas and the southwestern United States, we offer more than 75 programs, including doctoral and law programs. With a diverse student population of about 3,600 of all faiths and backgrounds, the student-to-faculty ratio of 12-to-1 permits small classes and promotes active learning.
About St. Mary’s Campus: Located on 135 acres near downtown San Antonio, the seventh-largest city in the U.S. Student population: 2,300 undergraduates and 1,320 students in graduate and law programs Faculty: 94 percent of full-time faculty hold a Ph.D. or equivalent
The Brookings Institution ranks St. Mary’s first in San Antonio, tied for best in Texas and 17th in the United States for preparing our graduates for career success.
Cost: St. Mary’s University tuition is below the national average for four-year private colleges and universities.
2016-2017 Estimated Basic Cost of Attendance Undergraduate Tuition and Fees $28,200 Books and Supplies
$1,300
Room and Board
$9,300
Health Insurance
$974
Total Estimate
$39,774
Scholarships Qualified international students may receive up to $20,000 per year in scholarships for tuition. For more information, contact the Center for International Programs at cip@stmarytx.edu.
Accreditations
St. Mary’s University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges • The Greehey School of Business is accredited by the AACSB • Engineering programs within the School of Science, Engineering and Technology are accredited by ABET