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Colleges / College of Saint Mary

College of Saint Mary

Omaha, NE 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate50%
Acceptance Rate50%

College of Saint Mary Admissions

If you want to apply to College of Saint Mary, the application fee is $30.

College of Saint Mary Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of College of Saint Mary's admissions stats.

College of Saint Mary 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 15%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 95%
Waitlist Yes

College of Saint Mary Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for College of Saint Mary.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––

Applying Early to College of Saint Mary?


College of Saint Mary does not offer early decision or early action.

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


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Transferring to College of Saint Mary

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to College of Saint Mary

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into College of Saint Mary?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at College of Saint Mary

Curious about the factors that are considered by College of Saint Mary 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
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Class Rank Important
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered

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

College of Saint Mary 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Letter(s) of Recommendation 3
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.0
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


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

Students admitted to College of Saint Mary have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 68% submitted a class rank. At College of Saint Mary 15% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38% were in the top 25% and 78% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At College of Saint Mary, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 2%
3.75 and 3.99 23%
3.50 and 3.74 23%
3.25 and 3.49 22%
3.00 and 3.24 13%
2.50 and 2.9 15%
2.00 and 2.49 2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to College of Saint Mary directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

College of Saint Mary looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

College of Saint Mary is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not. 95% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for College of Saint Mary?

What is a Good ACT Score for College of Saint Mary?

To be most competitive at College of Saint Mary, you should strive to earn between 20 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for College of Saint Mary's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for College of Saint Mary students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to College of Saint Mary

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to College of Saint Mary. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


College of Saint Mary Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to College of Saint Mary?

❌ Students who are admitted to College of Saint Mary must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does College of Saint Mary accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ College of Saint Mary accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

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

✅ College of Saint Mary is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is College of Saint Mary's acceptance rate?

✅ College of Saint Mary's acceptance rate is 50%.

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

❌ College of Saint Mary does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About College of Saint Mary?

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Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

50%

How hard is it to get into College of Saint Mary? College of Saint Mary is a less selective institution. The College of Saint Mary acceptance rate is 50%. This means that the institution accepts 50 out of every 100 applicants.

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College of Saint Mary Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to College of Saint Mary is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to College of Saint Mary is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

College of Saint Mary ACT Scores

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ACT Range

20 - 25

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

25 and Above

Good

20 to 25

Avg

20 and Less

Low

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College of Saint Mary SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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College of Saint Mary GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.4

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At College of Saint Mary, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.4. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,024

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

50%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$21,800

Out-of-State

$21,800

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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