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Why ذكذكتسئµ?

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Because ذكذكتسئµ isn't just higher education as usual.

The ذكذكتسئµ is a welcoming community with an appreciation for international perspectives and diverse cultures. The Saint Mary mission stretches around the world — impacting lives in Korea, Syria, Germany, Samoa, and everything in between every single day.

ذكذكتسئµ offers 30 undergrad programs, a dozen master's programs, and three doctoral programs.

Since 1923, Saint Mary has been a leader in liberal arts education. Today, ذكذكتسئµ is routinely recognized for its dedication to academic excellence.  has repeatedly named Saint Mary a “Best Midwestern College*â€‌ every year since 2005.

ذكذكتسئµ is also minutes away from a major U.S. metropolitan area


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How Do I Apply?

ذكذكتسئµ will work closely with you to ensure your admissions process is a simple as possible.

Application process and admissions requirements vary by program - please consult your admissions representative for specific information.

To be considered for admission

For all international students, the ذكذكتسئµ encourages you to begin the admission process at least 90 days prior to enrolling in order to allow enough time for processing records, VISAs, etc. For prospective international students, all necessary documentation supporting an admission decision and issuance of an I-20 must be provided no later than 30 days prior to the start of a term. The following materials need to be sent to ذكذكتسئµ's Office of Admissions:

  1. A completed application (complete the application online) for admission and a non-refundable application fee of $50
  2. An official copy of satisfactory English Proficiency Exam results.
  3. Meeting incoming GPA and/or earned degree requirements: Students must submit formally evaluated transcripts of all coursework not taken through an accredited U.S. institution. There are many such evaluation services. Some accepted by ذكذكتسئµ include the below (this list is not exhaustive):
    • World Education Services ()
    • Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. ()
    • Institute of Foreign Credential Services, Inc. ()
  4. For incoming undergraduates, ذكذكتسئµ will ask you to complete Accuplacer tests before arrival for proper class placement. These can be taken remotely.

Documents needed before being able to attend ذكذكتسئµ

International students, regardless of degree path or degree level will need to provide the following no less than 30 days before the start of their preferred term.

  • A declaration of financial support and bank statement providing evidence that the student, student’s family, or sponsor is able and willing to assume full financial responsibility for the tuition, books, fees, room, and board, personal/miscellaneous, and transportation expenses.
  • Proof of Health Insurance: All international students must be covered by health insurance and insurance must be maintained during the entire terms of enrollment.
  • Please note: Students planning to transfer from a college in the U.S. need to first notify the designated school official at their present school of the intent to transfer, then contact the designated school official at the University of Saint Mary concerning issuance of a Form I-20.
  • For Canadian Students looking to study at ذكذكتسئµ: In terms of immigration regulations, Canadians coming to the U.S. are not required to apply for an entry visa at a U.S. consulate. Canadians are subject to the same regulations regarding employment, requirement for full-time study, and all other status provisions. If you’re a Canadian student, make sure you visit the .

ذكذكتسئµ recommends that you visit the  and the , which provide helpful tools and simple steps needed to study in America.

ذكذكتسئµ has rolling admissions, so you'll get a decision quickly! But please be sure to give yourself enough time to complete the process.

Questions? Contact your admissions rep.


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What Can I Study?

At ذكذكتسئµ? Anything and (almost) everything! 

ذكذكتسئµ has over 30 cutting-edge majors, minors, and concentrations - serious courses for serious career prep - as well as a dozen masters programs and 3 doctoral programs

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What About Scholarships and Aid?

ذكذكتسئµ awards over $9 million in undergraduate scholarships each year. The average undergraduate in 2022 received a scholarship of over $17,000! Please note: ذكذكتسئµ does not offer graduate scholarships, although graduate assistantships are available in some programs

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Will I Fit In at ذكذكتسئµ?

This is a top question for all prospective students as they consider their college choices.

With our focus on community and values, along with the wide range of opportunities for students, we believe you will!

SEE FOR YOURSELF!

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Tell me more about student life.

ذكذكتسئµ is a welcoming community, where everyone knows you by name - you're never just a number at Saint Mary.

From athletics to fine and performing arts to clubs and activities to ministry and spiritual development, there's something here for everyone

FIND OUT ABOUT THE SPIRE LIFE!


Who Can Help Me With The Admissions Process?

Undergraduate Programs

Randoulph Castor
Meet Randoulph Castor

Randoulph.Castor@stmary.edu
913-758-6100

Admissions tip: Do as much as you can in college!  You may never get certain opportunities again.  

Why I value ذكذكتسئµ: At the ذكذكتسئµ, the staff and faculty really know you and will do anything they can to help you reach your goals!

About Me: I joined the admissions staff at the ذكذكتسئµ in May of 2017. I grew up in the small town of Ellsworth, Kansas, and attended Kansas Wesleyan University. I received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education with a minor in Computer Science in 2010.

Graduate Programs

Joe Perez

Contact Joe Perez

ذكذكتسئµ-Johnson County Transfer Counselor
joe.perez@stmary.edu
913-319-3003


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