Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
About Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is a private university in Saint Mary of the Woods, IN. It has a 78.2% acceptance rate and a 51.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 801 students.
Founded
1840
Location
Saint Mary of the Woods, Indiana
Students
1,154
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
72.4%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
46.6%
Below national average
Tuition
$35,270
Per year
Avg Net Price
$31,872
After financial aid
SAT Average
970
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$43,845
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
72.4 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College accepts 72.4% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
970/ 1600
ACT Scores
20/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
46.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
61.8%
4-Year Grad
50%
6-Year Grad
60%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
25.6%
$/Student
$5.7K
Class Size
Small
50% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$35,270
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$14,174
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$49,512
After Financial Aid
$31,872
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$33,513
Receive Grants
49.9%
Take Loans
48.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $49,512/yr, including $14,174 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $31,872.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College fund their education.
While in School
49.9%
Get Grants
Free money
48.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$37,057
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$19,512
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$207/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $19,512 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.
Gender
68.6%
Female
31%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
853
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
301
Graduates
39.6%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
28%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 39.6% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
853
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College fields 10 varsity teams with 418 student athletes, about 49% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
River States
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
418
49% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
213
Men
205
Women
8
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$43,845
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Special Education and Teaching
$42K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$50K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminology
—
12 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$44K
11 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
7 grads
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $44K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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