St. Mary’s University Top Questions

St. Mary's University is really something else. Not all private universities are like it. The teachers and the community are really caring. Everyone looks out for one another. The teachers do their best the help the students succeed. There are always events going on on-campus to get students together to become one big family. The university life here really is a game changer that definitely changed my life. It is refreshing to know that at St. Mary's University you are not just some number. You are a person that is appreciated for all that you will do.

The small class sizes make for a very personal relationship between students and professors. You don't get lost in the shuffle of all the other students. You are not lost in a sea of faces, you are your own individual person that is remembered easily if you try. It was because of this environment that I am finding my "identity"

St.Mary's is unique because its a private university that offers smaller classes, well known professors and great academics. Also, some of my family have had the opportunity to attend this university and get their degree that lead them to get a well paying job. St.Mary's is unique for the reason that its a religious based university. St.Mary's also stands out by the recognition it has in San Antonio when it comes to its teachers, classes and campus.

There is a big emphasis on volunteering and helping the community which allow many opportunities to participate in.

When i first visited the campus the one thing that i noticed was the community vibe. they treat new students as if they were alreadypart of their own. they engourage community service and social activities! Also they are always there to help astudent when needed wither by meetings, email, or by phone.

Something unique about my school, compared to other schools I considered is the class size. The student:teacher ratio is very low and allows for one on one learning. The professors are able to set more convinient office hours for the students and encourage students to attend office hours even if it is simply to meet each other.

St. Mary's is small in size compared to other universities in Texas. The classes usually have no more than twenty-five students, which gives the professor the ability to know their student's on a more personal level. The school encourages knowledge from all angles, since it is a liberal arts university. You'll get to take classes ranging from religion, child delinquency, to philosophy of law, etc. Professors always help you with what they can, and always keep open communication with their students. The school offers services that help you get interviews, internships, jobs, etc.

What is different about St. Mary's compared to that of other schools I considered is their focus on service learning and social justice. Whether you are majoring in business or biology, St. Mary's makes it a point to shed light on social issues and encourages all students to not only volunteer for a day but find a cause they are passionate about and commit to it.

The first things I took into account in deciding to attend St. Mary's are quality and programs. I am a Biology major with an emphasis in Forensic Science; so a S.T.E.M. major was the right pick for me. Reputable professors, small class sizes, internships, and scholarship opportunites were also important factors. Finally, St. Mary's University has considerably higher retention and graduation rates than the other area colleges; so I know I am in good hands in terms of attaining my degree.

St. Mary's is unique becasue it truly is a campus community. Many schools boast about this but do not deliver, at St. Mary's you truly find a home. Additionally, the focus is not on money, though tuition and expenses are high, the amount of help is great if you look for it. They are concerned for you as a person.