Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

If you are considering submitting an application to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is May 1 and the application fee costs $25.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota's admissions stats.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Mean SAT Score	1105
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	10%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	89%
Waitlist	No

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	May 1	––

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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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Transferring to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining 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 choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Wondering what factors are considered by Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Application Requirements

To apply to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Saint Mary's University of Minnesota's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation		2
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?

Students admitted to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

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 University of Minnesota looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

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

In 2022, 10% of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 89% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?

To be competitive with other Saint Mary's University of Minnesota applicants, you should strive to earn between 1003 and 1233 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1233 and 25% of scored lower than 1003, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Saint Mary's University of Minnesota student is 1105.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota students scored 593 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Saint Mary's University of Minnesota students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?

To be most competitive at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Saint Mary's University of Minnesota's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 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 Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota.

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

Transfer students can enroll in Saint Mary's University of Minnesota during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?

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

Does Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accept transfer credits?

✅ Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

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

✅ Saint Mary's University of Minnesota accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?

❌ No, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is test optional, so you can choose whether or not to send your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, 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 University of Minnesota's acceptance rate?

✅ Saint Mary's University of Minnesota has an acceptance rate of 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?

❌ Saint Mary's University of Minnesota does not offer early decision.

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