Estimated Cost of Attendance for 2025–26
Below are the costs for the 2025-2026 academic year. We expect incremental increases each year, and will always notify you of any changes as soon as new information is available. Please note that if you choose to stay on campus during the summer, you can expect additional housing and tuition fees. Costs are based on a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester, and as an international student, you must maintain full-time status. In addition, all international students are required to purchase health insurance through the College.
- Tuition & Fees: $55,093*
- Housing & Food: $15,026*
- Supplies: $300**
- Orientation Fee: $200
- Transportation: $1,550**
- Personal Expenses: $1,700**
- Insurance: $1,625.30***
Total estimated cost: $75,494.30 USD
*Annual increases to the cost of attendance should be anticipated.
**Estimates
***Mandatory requirement for all international students
Financial Aid for International Students
We know that affordability may be a key consideration in determining your college choice. With that in mind, we offer two main types of financial aid for qualifying international students:
- Academic Scholarships- These merit awards are based on all aspects of your academic preparation. You will automatically be reviewed for an academic scholarship when your application is reviewed for admission to Saint Mary's. All academic scholarships are renewable for a maximum of 8 semesters. Saint Mary's offers academic scholarships for international students that range from $25,000 to $36,000.
- Need-Based Financial Assistance- Saint Mary's College offers a limited amount of need-based aid to international students depending your family's financial situation and level of need. Students will be reviewed for need-based scholarships at the time of their application or once they're admitted, based on the Certification of Finances form. Additional information may be requested as needed.
- Outside scholarships & sponsors- We accept outside scholarships and sponsorships you may receive, simply provide proof when filling out the Certification of Finances.
Students who qualify for either an academic scholarship or need-based aid will be notified in their acceptance letter. Note, we do not meet full need of international students and our cost of attendance is approximately $75,494.30 with an increase of 3%-5% each year.
Employment
International students are permitted to work on campus during the academic year. View student earnings here.
Certification of Finances Form
As part of the admission process, international students must submit a Certification of Finances form and supporting financial documents. This allows the College to verify the source of funding for your educational expenses, which is required before we issue an I-20 or DS-2019. You must provide an original financial document from a personal account, sponsor, loan, or scholarship in the amount of $75,494.30 which is the estimated yearly total of tuition, fees, housing, food, books, insurance, and personal expenses. These documents must also be provided to the US Embassy abroad during your visa interview.