Saint Mary's College of California
Location: Moraga, CA (suburban)
Size: 2,199 students
Avg percent need-met: 74%
Acceptance rate: 70%
Middle 50% ACT: 21-28 **Test Optional**
Middle 50% SAT: 1060-1240 **Test Optional**
Saint Mary’s of California is a small Catholic liberal arts school offering a diverse curriculum including humanities, arts, sciences, education, and business administration. They have a unique Justice, Community, and Leadership major which offers a community-based perspective on social injustices. There are no sororities or fraternities and the party scene is not prominent. Classes are small and rigorous, and the campus is serene.
Popular majors / known for: Business, education, psychology, biology
Academic approach: Liberal arts. Saint Mary’s also has a strong tradition of service, built upon Catholic social justice ideals through intellect, spirituality and action.
Campus tradition: Cultural Nights highlight the historical milestones, customs, and contemporary issues of six historically underrepresented and traditionally marginalized groups. Through spoken word, theatrical pieces, music, food, dance, and other creative media, students express their individual and collective identities.
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Diversity Statistics
Both an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic serving institution (HSI)
56% of students are Minorities, and 42% are Underrepresented Minorities.
31% Hispanic/Latino, 16% Asian, 3% Pacific Islander, 39% White
3% international
Majority of students are from Northern California
Application Details
RD deadline: January 15th
Early Action deadline: November 15th
Supplemental essays: Yes
Application fee: $60
On Common App: Yes
CSS profile: N/A
Interviews: Considered
Extra: Letters of recommendation are encouraged but not required
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