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.
For Every Saint
Since 1895, Saint Martin’s has aspired to be an inclusive community of learners, rooted in tradition and inspired toward progress. Informed by the Catholic intellectual tradition and guided by our Benedictine values, we educate future leaders to be mindful citizens of the world who exhibit wisdom and compassion in thought and through action.
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 $500 Campus Visit Award!
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Academic Excellence
Saint Martin’s University prepares students for successful lives through its undergraduate and graduate programs 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.
Maya Angelou once said, “every person is born with talent.” The Office of Graduate Admissions welcomes the opportunity to help you take the first step toward beginning your graduate program and cultivating your talent. Let’s get started!
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.
A Community that Cares
Community is a Benedictine value and core theme at Saint Martin's. We build community inside and outside the classroom, sharing our diverse lived experiences and creating new shared memories and missions with one another.
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
Legislative internships for Saint Martin’s University students in Lacey offer great access to government leaders and professional development
LACEY, Wash. — The Washington State Legislature 2024 session provided hands-on experiences to six Saint Martin’s University student interns, the largest group from any college in the state. The University’s Internship Hub in the Center for Career and Calling collaborates with the Legislature’s Internship Program, offering students the opportunity to earn academic credit while helping to solve real-world problems by assisting the state House of Representatives and Senate.
Saint Martin’s University is selected as a 2024-2025 College of Distinction
LACEY, Wash. — Saint Martin’s University has been selected as a 2024-2025 College of Distinction, an honor that highlights its commitment to providing an exceptional undergraduate education. The University also received College of Distinction awards in nine additional categories: Catholic higher education institutions, Washington State institutions, affordability, career development initiatives, military support and in four top-tier academic programs. These awards reflect the University’s dedication to fostering hands-on learning, strong student-faculty relationships, an engaged campus community and transformative student outcomes.
Saint Martin’s University in Lacey readies today’s scholars in career-driven internships and student jobs
LACEY, Wash. - It’s no secret that many of today’s college students want a higher education degree with a built-in, hands-on path to entering the workforce. That’s why those enrolled at Saint Martin’s University in Lacey are nimbly guided through a multi-pronged job readiness effort offering internships and student jobs, a post-graduation guarantee program and much more.
Saint Martin’s University says Lacey MakerSpace renovations and classes broaden students’ and community’s access to the innovators’ workshop
LACEY, Wash. - Thanks to this year’s extensive renovations to the Lacey MakerSpace on the Saint Martin’s University campus, the University’s students, staff and the public now have expanded use of the workshop’s classes and varied resources. With free memberships for the University’s students, faculty and staff, a convenient campus location, and networking opportunities, Lacey MakerSpace has much to offer to the academic, business and artisan communities.