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Freshmen Admissions
Is Saint Martin's right for you?

In addition to evaluating academic transcripts and standardized test scores, we use the personal essay, letters of recommendation, and in-person meetings to find students who possess creativity, enthusiasm, leadership and communication skills, and a dedication to serving the community. If you are not ready to apply but would like to find out more about Saint Martin's University, click on the on-line inquiry form, email admissions@stmartin.edu or call us at (360) 438-4596. If you have already decided to apply, click here to fill out our online application and read on!

Application Procedure

Saint Martin's University practices rolling admissions, meaning you can apply at any time of year and admission decision are usually made within two weeks of receiving your complete application. Freshman should apply any time in their senior year, beginning September 1.  Our priority deadline for Admissions and financial aid funding, is March 1.

Application Timeline

September 1 - Applications for Admission accepted.

March 1 - Priority Application Deadline: applicants who complete their application by this date receive first consideration for admission, scholarships and other types of financial aid.  Applicants should also submit their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by this deadline.

May 1 - Priority Enrollment Deposit Deadline: admitted student should submit their tuition and housing deposits by this date to guarantee their space in the class and residence hall.

August 15 - Last date to complete an application for the fall term.

To apply, follow the steps below.

1. Submit a completed Saint Martin's University application for admission:

  • You can apply online www.stmartin.edu/apply

  • You can fill out a paper application by:

  • Downloading a PDF version of our application

  • Emailing your request to admissions@stmartin.edu

  • Calling our Admissions Office at (360) 438-4596 or

  • Writing to the Admissions Office at 5300 Pacific Ave SE, Lacey, WA 98503

2. Request a sealed, official high school transcript, and include it with your application.

3. Have official transcripts of any completed college level work sent to the Office of Admissions.

4. Have official test scores from either the College Board's SAT test or the ACT test sent to the Office of Admissions.

5. Submit a personal essay.

6. Submit $35 Application Fee

Admissions Requirements

It is strongly recommended that high school applicants complete an academic program that follows this pattern:

English – 4 years

At least three years of study should be from college preparatory composition and English literature. (One year may be satisfied by courses in drama, public speaking, debate or journalism.)

Mathematics – 3 years

College preparatory algebra and geometry. (One additional year in advanced mathematics is recommended for students majoring in the sciences, engineering or business.)

Science – 3 years

College preparatory science, including one year of a laboratory science. (Three years of science with two years of laboratory science are recommended for students majoring in engineering or the sciences.)

Social science – 2 years

History, psychology, political science, economics, sociology and cultural anthropology.

Foreign language – 2 years

Students completing two years of a single foreign language in high school with a B average will have met the University’s foreign language requirement.

Academic electives – 3 years

Academic electives and advanced study beyond the recommended course pattern. (Additional courses in English, mathematics, laboratory science and foreign language will strengthen the student’s application for admission.)

Students who do not meet these academic requirements or fulfill recommended course patterns may be offered admission on a conditional status.

College credit for high school students, Running Start and advanced placement
College level credit will be evaluated in a manner consistent with standard transfer equivalency programs. Students must submit official college transcripts to receive credit for college courses completed.

 Running Start students must follow freshman application procedures and meet freshman admission standards including completion of high school course requirements.

Students participating in the College Entrance Examination Board's Advanced Placement Examinations will receive course credit for scores of 3, 4 or 5.

 

 

 


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