SMCM Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 68.63%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
- SAT Average: 1250. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $15,298
- Out-of-State Tuition: $31,374
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at SMCM:
- Total Enrollment: 1,630
- 1,616 Undergraduate, 14 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 39.9% men, 60.1% women.
- This is a small institution, fostering a close-knit community and individualized attention.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 70%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 23%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 86%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 29 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 1 graduate-level programs offered.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's.
SMCM Overview
St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) is a four-year, public school located in St. Mary's City, MD. It is classified as Baccalaureate College - Arts & Sciences by Carnegie Classification
The SMCM's tuition & fees is $15,298 for Maryland residents and $31,374 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 90% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $11,238.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,630 and the students to faculty ratio is 10 to 1 (10.00%).
SMCM's acceptance rate is 68.63% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 17.27%. The median SAT score is 1250 and the ACT score is 28.
SMCM ranked 158th in Liberal Arts Colleges and 9th in Maryland Colleges rankings. St. Mary's College of Maryland is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of St. Mary's College of Maryland is $15,298 for in-state students and $31,374 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $21,416 for in-state students and $21,416 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $15,360 for Maryland residents and $31,436 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $21,416 for Maryland residents and $21,416 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,298 | $31,374 |
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| Graduate | $21,416 | $21,416 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $15,360 | $31,436 |
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| Graduate | $21,416 | $21,416 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
St. Mary's College of Maryland offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at SMCM
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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