Saint Mary's College of California

It is moderately difficult to get into Saint Mary's College of California. The college admitted 70% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 3,522 applications received in 2023, 2,469 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Saint Mary's College of California, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 1/15 and the application fee costs $60.

Students who submit their applications to Saint Mary's College of California for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than December 1.

Saint Mary's College of California Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Saint Mary's College of California's admissions stats.

Saint Mary's College of California 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	18%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	11%
Waitlist	Yes

Saint Mary's College of California Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Saint Mary's College of California.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 15	January 1
Regular Decision	Yes	1 15	December 1

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Considering Applying Early to Saint Mary's College of California?

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Saint Mary's College of California does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. Saint Mary's College of California will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 1.

Some students apply early because they hope it will help their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of admission, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Saint Mary's College of California Admissions

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For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Saint Mary's College of California is moderately difficult.

Transferring to Saint Mary's College of California

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Saint Mary's College of California

Saint Mary's College of California has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Saint Mary's College of California Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Saint Mary's College of California

Curious about the factors that are considered by Saint Mary's College of California during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
First Generation	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with Saint Mary's College of California for more information on admission factors.

Saint Mary's College of California Application Requirements

To apply to Saint Mary's College of California, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Saint Mary's College of California's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Saint Mary's College of California?

Students admitted to Saint Mary's College of California have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Saint Mary's College of California is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 18% of Saint Mary's College of California's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 11% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to Saint Mary's College of California

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Saint Mary's College of California.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Saint Mary's College of California during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Saint Mary's College of California Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Saint Mary's College of California?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Saint Mary's College of California.

Does Saint Mary's College of California accept transfer credits?

✅ Saint Mary's College of California accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Saint Mary's College of California accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Saint Mary's College of California accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Saint Mary's College of California accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Saint Mary's College of California?

❌ No, Saint Mary's College of California is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to submit your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Saint Mary's College of California's acceptance rate?

✅ Saint Mary's College of California's acceptance rate is 70%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Saint Mary's College of California?

❌ Saint Mary's College of California does not offer early decision.

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