St. Mary's College of Maryland was originally established in 1840. The institute was originally a female seminary which became a junior college in 1927. In 1964, it was named the St. Mary's College of Maryland. This secular liberal arts college sits on a 319-acre campus in St. Mary's City, Maryland. St. Mary's College's recent enrollments have been more 2,000 students every year. The figures include a significant number of men and women from over 40 countries worldwide.
Students at St. Mary's College of Maryland are offered a large number of majors and minors to choose from. Courses in art and art history, computer science, economics, mathematics, music, natural science, religious studies, sociology, and theater, film, and media studies, among others, are available.
The sports teams of St. Mary's College of Maryland are known as the Seahawks. They participate in baseball, basketball, lacrosse, sailing, soccer, swimming, tennis, field hockey, and volleyball. In addition, there are over 100 student clubs and organizations including the Phi Beta Kappa, Women In Science House, Jane Austen Society, and Outdoors Adventures.
St Mary's College Of Maryland is found in Saint Mary's City, MD. Saint Mary's City is a rural area. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Master's degree at St Mary's College Of Maryland.
The school is known for its programs in science, mathematics, art studies, therapy and counseling, and liberal arts.
Admission to St Mary's College Of Maryland is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 570. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 560 and 660.
St Mary's College Of Maryland maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges. The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 2,002 in 2007-2008 at St Mary's College Of Maryland.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. St Mary's College Of Maryland has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. St Mary's College Of Maryland values student athletics, and belongs to the Capital Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
St Mary's College Of Maryland
18952 E. Fisher Rd
Saint Mary's City, MD 20686-3001
General Phone: (240) 895-2000
http://www.smcm.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 221 | English, economics, political science, history, social studies, interdisciplinary studies, foreign language and literature, sociology, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 64 | psychology, psychology courses |
| Science | 61 | biology, chemistry, physics, biochemistry |
| Education and Teaching | 23 | education |
| Art Studies | 18 | art studies |
| Religion and Philosophy | 17 | philosophy, religion |
| Mathematics | 15 | mathematics |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 12 | computer and info science |
| Music | 11 | music |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 4 | drama |
| Family and Social Work | 3 | public policy analysis |
Number of programs and degrees for St Mary's College Of Maryland in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 426 | 23 |
| Master's degree | 23 | 1 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, St Mary's College Of Maryland had a total enrollment of 2,002 students (2,026 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 99% |
| Graduate | 1% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 41% |
| 20-21 | 44% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 1% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,351 | 1,288 | 55% | 464 | 36% |
| Men | 932 | 532 | 57% | 208 | 39% |
| Women | 1,419 | 756 | 53% | 256 | 34% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 570 | 670 |
| SAT Math | 560 | 660 |
| SAT Writing | 560 | 660 |
| ACT Verbal | 28 | 31 |
| ACT Math | 25 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 28 | 31 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 92% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 4% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,604 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 23,454 |
| Room and board | $ 9,240 |
| Room charge | $ 5,315 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,910 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
St Mary's College Of Maryland participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 209500)
St Mary's College Of Maryland has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 48 | 35 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 20 | 27 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 16 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 26 | $87,905 | 15 | $79,990 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 22 | $66,378 | 21 | $63,727 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 30 | $51,338 | 31 | $53,159 |
| Instructor | academic year | 6 | $23,743 | 3 | $40,983 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 84 | $64,624 | 70 | $61,557 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Capital Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Capital Athletic Conference |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Education, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Policy Analysis
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, Other
Sociology
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physics, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets St Mary's College Of Maryland Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Tenure system for quality teaching
NCAA athletic conference member
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