PrivateUrbanSaint Martin's University
Lacey, Washington 98503-7500
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for computer science — close-knit campus
Saint Martin's University is a private institution in Lacey with particular strength in computer science and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1057, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 10:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
57% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,092 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,618.
More About This School
Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
- •The site was selected in 1894 by Abbot Bernard Locnikar of Saint John's Abbey, Collegeville, Minnesota, which was the mother abbey of St.
- •At a public auction on April 21, 1894, the wooded parcel that would become the Saint Martin's campus was purchased for $6,920.
- •Work began on Saint Martin's first building in January 1895.
- •Heynderickx 2022–2023 Jennifer Bonds-Raacke 2023–2024 Kilian Malvey and Roy F.
- •Henderickx as interim co-presidents 2024– Bill Brownsberger ^ Scott, John Charles (1996).
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1057
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
41.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
4.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,625
Programs (52)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
73%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from WA state average + city premium