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Saint Mary's College of California

Private nonprofit Moraga, CA · Suburban · Far West · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
70%
Graduation Rate
$78,812
Earnings (10yr)
$30,378
Net Price
87%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Seventy percent of students at Saint Mary's College of California graduate within six years. This statistic highlights the college's commitment to student success and retention. With an acceptance rate of 87%, the college attracts a diverse range of applicants, creating an inclusive academic environment.

The earnings potential for graduates is strong, with a median income of $78,812 ten years after enrollment. While specific mobility data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights is not available, the college's emphasis on programs like Business & Marketing and Psychology suggests pathways for upward mobility. Graduates have opportunities to thrive in various fields, supported by a curriculum that aligns with market demands.

The net price for attending Saint Mary's is $30,378, with a median debt of $23,691 for graduates. Approximately 27% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the college serves a significant number of low-income students. Those who thrive here are likely to be engaged, motivated, and seeking a supportive community that values both academic achievement and personal growth.

Rankings

How Saint Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation70%Earnings 10yr$79KNet Price$30KRetention85%Median Debt$24KPell Grant Rate27%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$19K$0-30K$20K$30-48K$23K$48-75K$41K$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%672.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4372.8%MOBILITY294.26%

Cost & Financial Aid

$57,803
In-State Tuition
$57,803
Out-of-State
$30,378
Avg Net Price
$23,691
Median Debt
27%
Pell Grant Rate
42%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$19,462
Family Income $0–$30K
$20,127
Family Income $30K–$48K
$23,303
Family Income $48K–$75K
$40,581
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$60,388
6 Years After Entry
$72,012
8 Years
$78,812
10 Years
0.3x
Debt-to-Earnings
74%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$60,388 6yr $72,012 8yr $78,812 10yr

Social Mobility

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

294.26%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4372.8%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
672.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$110,500
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.82
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.6%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 87%
Retention Rate 85%
Full-Time Faculty 61%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,429
Diversity Index 0.73
First-Gen Students 26%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 33%
Psychology 10%
Visual & Performing Arts 9%
Social Sciences 8%
Communications 7%
Biology & Biomedical 7%
Health Professions 4%
Humanities 2%