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country rank  695
world rank  1860

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Overview

Established in 1840, the St. Mary's College of Maryland is a non-profit public liberal arts higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small town of St. Mary's City (population range of under 2,500 inhabitants), Maryland. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 184-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SMCM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Control Typepublic

Entity

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

St. Mary's College of Maryland' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym SMCM
Founded 1840
Colours Blue, gold and white
Mascot Seahawk
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Campus Location

Address 47645 College Drive
St. Mary's City
20686-3001 Maryland
United States
St. Mary's College of Maryland Phone Number +1 (240) 895 2000
St. Mary's College of Maryland Fax Number +1 (240) 895 5001

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following St. Mary's College of Maryland's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify St. Mary's College of Maryland's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This St. Mary's College of Maryland's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at St. Mary's College of Maryland.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
International
students
30,000-34,999 US$
(27,340-31,890 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic St. Mary's College of Maryland's admission information.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has St. Mary's College of Maryland a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

St. Mary's College of Maryland's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


St. Mary's College of Maryland's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Admission Office Admission Office

18952 East Fisher Road
St. Mary's City 20686-3001
(240) 895 5000
(800) 492 7181

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for St. Mary's College of Maryland.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

St. Mary's College of Maryland has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Control Type Control Type

St. Mary's College of Maryland is a public higher education institution.


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Entity Type Entity Type

St. Mary's College of Maryland is a non-profit higher education institution.


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

St. Mary's College of Maryland does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official St. Mary's College of Maryland's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences focus, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Education

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of St. Mary's College of Maryland's main facilities:


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit St. Mary's College of Maryland's Library

St. Mary's College of Maryland's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 115,135 physical volumes, 11,350 physical media, 43,950 digital/electronic media and 102 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 15 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. St. Mary's College of Maryland's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the St. Mary's College of Maryland provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,499 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

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St. Mary's College of Maryland's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

St. Mary's College of Maryland's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


St. Mary's College of Maryland's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

St. Mary's College of Maryland is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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