Saint Martin's University Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Lacey, WashingtonLocation

UniversitySchool type

Estd1895established year

1565enrollment

Private (Not for Profit)

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Founded in 1895, Saint Martin’s University is a private institution in Lacey, Washington. The University has a very easy admission process with a high acceptance rate. In fall, Saint Martin’s received 1,614 applications out of which 96% were selected while 22% enrolled. The rate of acceptance implies that students who meet the admission requirements stand high chances of being selected. The University has a total enrollment of around 1300 undergraduates and 250 graduates representing 19 countries around the world.

The University offers 29 academic majors and 11 graduate programs. Programs offered also include pre-health majors, pre-professional pathways, 4+1 programs, certificate programs, non-degree certificate programs and English as a Second Language program. The University comprises College of Arts and Sciences, College of Education and Counselling, School of Business and the Hal and Inge Marcus School of Engineering. It is among the top liberal arts colleges in the U.S.

Some points to be kept in mind while applying to the Saint Martin’s University are as follows:

The University invites applications for the Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.
International first-year undergraduates can apply only for the fall and spring semesters.
Applications for graduate programs are accepted throughout the year.
It is advised that international students must apply by the priority deadlines for maximum consideration as well as early decision.
Students who fail to meet the English proficiency requirements but are otherwise admissible may be given conditional admission through the ESL program.
SAT/ ACT scores are optional for admission to undergraduate programs.
Declaration of finances and bank statements are mandatory requirements for international students.
International students are considered for merit based scholarships on the basis of the application for admission.

COVID-19 Admission Updates

Due to the closure of testing centres worldwide, the University allows applicants to take TOEFL home-based tests.

Highlights

Application Portal	Saint Martin’s Application
Application Fee	Undergraduate - No application fee Graduate - 50 USD
Acceptance Rate	96%
Average SAT Score	970-1170
Average ACT Score	17-24
Mode of Payment	Credit Card, Check, Electronic Check
Academic Calendar	Semester-based
Intake Seasons	Fall, Spring, Summer
Financial Aid	Student Loan, Scholarships, Grant, Federal work-study program

Saint Martin’s University Admission Deadlines

Saint Martin’s University encourages timely submission of the applications. The applications will not be accepted if submitted after the deadline.
The application deadlines for first-year undergraduate students are as follows:

Review	Application Deadline
First priority review	October 15
Second priority review	November 1
Third priority review	December 1
Fourth priority review	February 1
Fifth priority review	March 1

NOTE: Cancellation deadlines for admission deposit refund: Fall - June 1

Application deadlines for graduate students are as follows:

Semester	Priority Application Deadlines	Final Application Deadlines
Fall	June 1	July 15
Spring	November 1	December 1
Summer	April 1	April 15

NOTE: PhD program deadline: June 1

Saint Martin’s University International Student Admissions

International applicants seeking admission as a first-year student must complete secondary school education. It must be noted that the admission process and requirements for international students slightly differ from domestic applicants. Depending on the visa status, international students must submit the supplementary documents required within the application deadlines.

Application Portal: International Application for Admission

Application Fee: No application fee

Admission Requirements: International applicants must submit the following documents along with the application:

Completed application form
Official secondary/ high school transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency
Copy of passport

Unofficial transcripts can be uploaded through the online account or sent directly from the high school to intladmissions@stmartin.edu

English Language Proficiency Requirements

International applicants must select one of the approved options to satisfy English language proficiency requirements. The accepted examinations and minimum requirements for admission are as follows:

Test	Minimum Requirements (Undergraduate)	Minimum Requirements (Graduate)
IELTS	6.0	6.5
TOEFL	71 IBT/ 525 PBT	79 IBT/ 550 PBT/ 213 CBT
Duolingo English Test	95	100
PTE	48	-
SAT	1030	-
ACT	20	-

Visa Process for International Students

International students require an F-1 visa to study in the U.S. The process to apply for a visa is discussed below:

The University will issue a Certificate of Eligibility of I-20 which is the main form required to obtain a student visa.
Documents to be submitted for I-20 are as follows:
- Complete I-20 Request Form
- Copy of passport
- Evidence of financial support - International Declaration Finance Form
- Bank statement
Once the I-20 document is issued it will be sent to the designated address via mail.
Pay your SEVIS fees and print a copy of the payment receipt.
Complete an online F-1 visa application.
Make an appointment with the U.S. Embassy in your home country and carry all the necessary documents such as:
- Copy of passport
- Original I-20
- Letter of Acceptance issued by Saint Martin’s University
- SEVIS I-901 fee receipt
- Proof of health insurance
- Financial documents
- Documents that prove intention to leave U.S. after completion of the program.
Once you receive your F-1 visa, start preparing for travelling to the U.S.

Saint Martin’s University Undergraduate Admissions

Undergraduates can choose from a variety of programs offered by Saint Martin’s University in different academic areas. The most popular undergraduate majors include Business, communication, Engineering, English, Journalism, Biology, etc. Domestic applicants are not charged any application fee. All first-year applicants are required to submit a personal essay as instructed by the Common Application. Applicants must ensure that transcripts are sent to the University through their high school counselor.

Where to Apply: Common Application or Saint Martin’s Application

Application Fee: No application fee

Admission Requirements: All first-year applicants must submit the following documents along with the application:

Completed application form
Official and sealed high school transcripts
Personal essay (along with Common Application)
ACT/SAT scores (test optional)
Letter of recommendation from a teacher/ counselor

Saint Martin’s University Graduate Admissions

Saint Martin’s University offers 11 graduate programs in Accountancy, Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, Counseling, Education, etc. Applicants must note that each program has its own admission requirements. Therefore, submission of supplemental materials is a must as only complete applications will be reviewed for admission.

Where to Apply: Master’s Application

Application Fee: 50 USD graduate application fee and 100 USD non-refundable fee

Admission Requirements: Following are the general admission requirements for applying to graduate programs:

Official transcripts from previously institutions attended.
Approved credential evaluation from an evaluator on the NACES list
A personal statement
Resume/ CV
Two Letters of Recommendation
Proof of English language proficiency
Copy of Passport
Declaration of Finances

The admission requirements for some of the popular master’s degree programs are summarized in the table below:

Requirements	Masters in Business Administration	Masters in Education	Masters in Science in Computer Science	Masters in Accountancy	Masters in Engineering Management
Transcripts	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
Letter of Recommendation	2 Letters	3 Letters	2 Letters	2 Letters	2 Letters
Resume	Required	Required	Required	Required	Required
GPA	2.75 or higher	3.0 or higher	2.8 or higher	2.75 or higher	3.0 or higher
Personal Statement	Not Required	Not Required	Required	Not Required	Required
Essay	Required	Not Required	Not Required	Required	Not Required

Applicants must be aware of the application deadlines as late applications are reviewed at the discretion of the program. Admission decisions are mainly influenced by the GPA and personal essay. The University takes at least 2 weeks to send out admission decisions. Accepted students will be notified via the application portal as well as a formal email. After verification of finances, the University will send the form I-20 so that international students can proceed with the visa application process.