St. Mary's Seminary & University

St. Mary’s Seminary and University, located in Baltimore, Maryland, was established in 1791 as a Roman Catholic seminary and was officially chartered by the Maryland state authorities in 1805. The college, which was given its present name in 1974, has a 40-acre campus. The university offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs related to religious studies. Licensure programs are also offered to students. Prospective students can choose from courses such as theology, church ministries and divinity.

St. Mary’s Seminary and University has the following academic divisions:

• Center for Continuing Formation
• Ecumenical Institute of Theology

St. Mary’s Seminary and University allows students to participate in intramural athletic events such as basketball, volleyball and softball. The Knott Library provides students with access to a large number of books and reference materials.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
• Many students concentrating in religion and philosophy.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.
• Number of dorm rooms for students.
• High male/female ratio.

Other important characteristics:

• Library on-campus
• Campus housing available
• Student meal (board) plan

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 217 in 2007-2008 (86 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 3% of enrolled students, graduate students are 79%, and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 18%.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: St. Mary's Seminary & University participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

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Housing and Meals

St. Mary's Seminary & University provides on-campus housing for 90 of its 86 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).

Students may purchase a meal plan which includes 21 meals weekly.