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Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Address
Office of Admission
5000 Abbey Way SE
Lacey, WA 98503-7500
5000 Abbey Way SE
Lacey, WA 98503-7500
Phone
3604384596
Email
admissions@stmartin.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
O'Grady Library
Student Union Building
Recreation and Fitness Center
Baran/Burton/Spangler Halls
Abbey Church
Dining Hall renovation completed in December 2009, Spangler Residence Hall opened Fall 2005. New residence hall and new academic building opened Fall 2008. New Recreation and fitness center opened in January 2010. New science and technology building opened May 2019.
Student Union Building
Recreation and Fitness Center
Baran/Burton/Spangler Halls
Abbey Church
Dining Hall renovation completed in December 2009, Spangler Residence Hall opened Fall 2005. New residence hall and new academic building opened Fall 2008. New Recreation and fitness center opened in January 2010. New science and technology building opened May 2019.
Most Popular Places Off Campus
State Capitol-downtown Olympia
Puget Sound recreation areas
Mt. Rainier
Capitol Mall
Capitol Forest
Ocean beaches are within one hour drive
Puget Sound recreation areas
Mt. Rainier
Capitol Mall
Capitol Forest
Ocean beaches are within one hour drive
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times:
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times:
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
No
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
September, November, January, March, April
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@stmartin.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Not available during summer or vacation periods
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Nearest airport is SEATAC International Airport which is approximately 1 hour drive. Amtrak connections, bus, and taxi are available.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From I-5 North, take Exit 108; From I-5 South take Exit 109. (To College Street). From College Street, enter the campus from 6th Ave or Pacific Avenue entrances. Follow signs to desired location.
Local Accommodations
List of accommodations: AmeriTel Inn (360-459-8866, ameritelinns.com); Comfort Inn (comfortinn.com, 360-456-6300); Days Inn (360-493-1991, Holiday Inn (360-412-1200, holiday-inn.com); Super 8 (360-459-8888, super8.com).
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 1,924
Acceptance Rate: 95%
Average HS GPA: 3.46
GPA Breakdown
5%
4.0
30%
3.75 - 3.99
19%
3.50 - 3.74
15%
3.25 - 3.49
13%
3.00 - 3.24
15%
2.50 - 2.99
3%
2.00 - 2.49
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Learn MoreSAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 595
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
455 - 585
SAT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
970 - 1080
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
19 - 24
Testing Policies
Yes
Yes
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Test Optional
Deadlines
Regular — July 31
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Non-Academic
Extracurricular Activities
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
11:1
Total Faculty
253
with Terminal Degree
84
134
Men
119
Women
34
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
51%
Graduate in 5 years
59%
Graduate in 6 years
61%
Majors
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies.
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
Information Technology.
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EDUCATION.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
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ENGINEERING.
Civil Engineering, General.
Mechanical Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
General Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Nursing.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology and Anthropology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Music, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Certificate
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
G. Michael Cronk
Chair and CEO, Natoma Group, LLC.
Pat Crumb
President of DIRECTV Sports Networks
James M. Ford, Ph.D.
Retired President Emeritus, Skagit Valley College
Patrick Loughney
Director, Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation at Library of Congre
Doug Huttenstein
Executive Vice-President Sales, Corporate, Charlie's Produce
James Hammond
Superintendent at Davis Unified School District
John Iglesias
President/CEO at Northwest Community Credit Union (Oregon)
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
51%
Graduate in 5 years
59%
Graduate in 6 years
61%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Dec 10
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$31,165
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$28,961
Average Need-Based Loan
$3,873
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
67%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$26,377
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$41,660
Required Fees
$560
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,000
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$2,530
Transportation for Commuters
$2,000
On-Campus Room and Board
$13,840
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
State Loans
State Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
1,367
Foreign Countries Represented
8
Demographics
10.21%
Asian
6.57%
Black
22.66%
Hispanic
37.59%
Caucasian
1.47%
International
60% female
40% male
22% are out of state
92% are full time
8% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
43%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
65%
Campus Environment
Suburban
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Coed
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Geoffrey Brown
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Extended test time
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
41
Number of Honor Societies
3
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
3
Sports
Athletic Division
Division II
Men's Sports (Saints)
6 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Saints)
7 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Pacific Lutheran University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Washington
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
Yes
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
