Saint Martin's University
Academic Excellence
We educate the whole person, meaning holistic, collaborative and experiential learning.
Supportive Community
Saints recognize that we become who we are by our relationships with others.
Transformative Outcomes
Saints make a positive difference in their lives and in the lives of others.
Living and Learning in the PNW
See our amazing natural setting as well as the people, cultures and sectors that thrive here.
Made for More
Founded in 1895 by the Benedictine monks of Saint Martin’s Abbey, we are a welcoming Catholic community grounded in hospitality, stewardship and the dignity of work. Through a liberal arts education rooted in faith and reason, we prepare students to think deeply, act with compassion, and lead with purpose to build a more just and equitable world.
Discovery Day
A Discovery Day is a perfect way to: learn more about Saint Martin's; learn about financial aid and scholarships; take a student led tour of our beautiful campus; meet current students, staff, and faculty; gather information to help you with your college search; and earn a $1,000 Campus Visit Award!
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Academic Excellence
Saint Martin’s University prepares students for successful lives through its undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs spanning the liberal arts, business, education, engineering, nursing and leadership.
Our admissions team is devoted to making your journey as helpful, straightforward, and transparent as possible for you.
Our admissions team is devoted to making your journey as helpful, straightforward, and transparent as possible for you.
Learning is a lifelong journey. The Office of Graduate Studies & Admissions is proud to support your continued growth and welcome you as you explore what’s next.
Learning is a lifelong journey. The Office of Graduate Studies & Admissions is proud to support your continued growth and welcome you as you explore what’s next.
More academic offerings
Certificate programs
Saint Martin's offers several non-degree and certificate programs in such high-demand areas as accounting, business and education to advance your career.
Ph.D. in Leadership Studies
This interdisciplinary doctoral program is designed to empower the next generation of researchers and scholars while addressing the pressing need for leadership in today’s world.
Washington Vets to Tech
Washington Vets to Tech (WaV2T) is a 16-week intensive program offered at Lacey and JBLM campuses that prepares active military and veterans for new careers in computer science and IT.
Supportive Community
A Community of belonging
Community is a Benedictine value and core theme at Saint Martin's. We build community inside and outside the classroom, sharing our lived experiences and creating new shared memories and missions with one another.
Transformative Outcomes
Once a Saint, always a Saint
During their time at Saint Martin's, students, faculty and staff grow intellectually, personally and spiritually. Together, as Saints, we support one another as we each find and follow our purpose, always striving to think, act, and lead with heart.
Saint Stories
The Beautiful Pacific Northwest
News & Events
Saint Martin’s University awarded the spouse friendly and gold designation as a 2026-2027 Military Friendly® School for the seventh time
LACEY, Wash. — Earning a Gold Military Friendly® designation signifies that an institution has demonstrated exceptional success in supporting military students through strong outcomes in areas such as student retention, graduation, career placement, and dedicated support services. The Military Spouse Friendly® designation further recognizes institutions that provide meaningful resources, flexible programs and support systems designed to help military spouses succeed academically and professionally while handling the unique challenges of military life. Together, these recognitions reflect a deep institutional commitment to serving veterans, active-duty servicemembers and their families through sustained, student-centered support.
Washington Vets 2 Tech spring 2026 graduates secure nearly 100% hiring placement with Oracle
LACEY, WA — The Washington Vets 2 Tech (WaV2T) program at Saint Martin’s University announced that 19 out of 20 graduates from its spring 2026 Server and Cloud Application: Data Center Technician cohort received job offers from Oracle following program completion.
Saint Martin’s University ‘Hackathon’ challenged young Saints to provide real-world solutions
Business, engineering and computer science teams tackled problems from concept to pitch.
Saint Martin’s University announces Dr. Javier Clavere as its next provost and vice president of academic affairs
LACEY, Wash. — Saint Martin’s University has named Javier Clavere, Ph.D., as its next provost and vice president of academic affairs following a national search. He will assume the position July 1, 2026. Clavere currently serves as the dean of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas.