PrivateSuburbanUniversity of Saint Mary of the Lake
University of St. Mary of the Lake University
Mundelein, Illinois 60060-1174
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Private suburban college in Mundelein
University of Saint Mary of the Lake is a private suburban institution in Mundelein, Illinois. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
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History & Fun Facts
- •Constructions started in October 1845 and completed in July 1846.
- •In 1852, Van de Veldt offered administration of Saint Mary to the Fathers of the Holy Cross at the University of Notre Dame.
- •The order declined the offer until 1856, when Bishop Anthony O'Regan persuaded them to take over the university.
- •The university had grown to 35 students by 1857 and 120 by 1859.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Programs (5)
Student Body
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
14
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
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 IL state average + suburban adjustment
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