Why SMC
Together, we all achieve more.
Your growth matters here. Saint Mary’s College is an inclusive and close-knit community fueled by kind, supportive professors. You’ll make deep connections and discover what drives you. Embrace your inner Gael and join a team that will push you to shatter your own expectations.
We’ve got a big heart and even bigger goals. Our grads are start-up founders, Academy Award winners, and Major League Baseball big shots. SMC is pushing the limits of what’s possible—providing you with more knowledge, skills, and professional opportunities so you can be altogether more.
Rooted in principle.
If enthusiasm, curiosity, and a passion for real impact in the world resonate with you—you’re likely a Gael in the making. Guided by social justice, empathy for others, and a mind for service, Saint Mary’s College is building a culture where everyone is respected and supported. This is your team, and we’ll be in your corner.
Academics—only more innovative.
Take what you know about academics and elevate it. At SMC, we’re less solitary study and more hands-on experience and meaningful engagement. Our January Term and Collegiate Seminar programs let you go deep on subjects that spark your interests. Unconventional. Immersive. Engaging. That’s how Gaels learn.
Our grads punch above their weight.
Apple. Warner Brothers. Google. At Saint Mary’s College, you have the home-field advantage with cutting-edge research and internship opportunities at your doorstep. You’ll graduate with all the relevant skills you need no matter how your goals change. See how far a Saint Mary’s education will take you.