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Saint Mary's College

Private nonprofit Notre Dame, IN · Suburban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
73%
Graduation Rate
$59,354
Earnings (10yr)
$25,292
Net Price
76%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Seventy-six percent of students at Saint Mary's College graduate within six years. This strong graduation rate reflects the supportive community and resources available to students. With an enrollment of 1,458, the college fosters a close-knit environment that many find appealing.

Ten years after graduation, alumni earn a median salary of $59,354. While specific mobility metrics are not available, the college's focus on fields like health professions, business, and education suggests a solid foundation for career advancement. The data indicates that graduates can expect a return on their investment in education.

The average net price for attending Saint Mary's College is $25,292, with median student debt at $27,000. This financial picture is crucial for prospective students. Those who thrive here are often dedicated and engaged, seeking a personal education experience in a supportive setting.

Rankings

How Saint Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation73%Earnings 10yr$59KNet Price$25KRetention88%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate24%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$18K$30-48K$21K$48-75K$30K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%188.0%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3305.5%MOBILITY62.13%

Cost & Financial Aid

$53,230
In-State Tuition
$53,230
Out-of-State
$25,292
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
24%
Pell Grant Rate
56%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$16,760
Family Income $0–$30K
$18,152
Family Income $30K–$48K
$21,014
Family Income $48K–$75K
$30,443
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$53,470
6 Years After Entry
$62,295
8 Years
$59,354
10 Years
0.45x
Debt-to-Earnings
82%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$53,470 6yr $62,295 8yr $59,354 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

62.13%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3305.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
188.0%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$130,600
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.69
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.8%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 76%
Retention Rate 88%
SAT Average 1246
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1130–1325
ACT Range 26–30
Full-Time Faculty 69%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,935
Diversity Index 0.42
First-Gen Students 20%

Top Programs

Health Professions 23%
Business & Marketing 14%
Biology & Biomedical 11%
Psychology 7%
Education 6%
Communications 6%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%
Social Sciences 4%