Congratulations, Seahawk!
You’ve been admitted to St. Mary’s College of Maryland, the National Public Honors College. Be proud, celebrate, and thank whoever helped get you here.
This page is an excellent resource for you to take the next steps towards becoming a SMCM Seahawk. Please contact us at admissions@smcm.edu or at +1 (240) 895-5000 if you have any questions. We are here to help.
Pay Your Deposit
Your enrollment deposit secures your spot on campus. It’s a $500 non-refundable portion of your tuition, paid upfront by the deposit deadline.
Once you pay your deposit, you will begin receiving information which will help guide you through your transition to St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Hard Deadlines
Remember! The deadline to submit your enrollment deposit is based on your application plan:
- Early Decision applicants: January 15
- Early Action applicants and Regular Decision applicants: No later than June 1
- Transfer applicants admitted prior to April 15: No later than June 1
Rolling Deadlines
- Transfer applicants admitted after April 15 must pay their deposit within 2 weeks of admission.
- All First Year applicants admitted after April 15 must pay their deposit within 2 weeks of admission.
Pay Online
- Use your SMCM Applicant Gateway (Visa, Mastercard, Discover are accepted)
Pay via Telephone
- Call us at +1 (240) 895-5000
Still have financial aid questions?
Contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance to speak with a student financial assistance counselor.
- Give OSFA a call at +1 (240) 895-3000
- Email OSFA at osfa@smcm.edu
- Try out OSFA’s online chat
Events
- Saturday, March 2, 2024
- Saturday, April 6, 2024
Admitted Seahawk Celebrations are held at off-campus locations near you! You'll get to mingle with other admitted students, faculty, staff, current students and alumni.
- We are currently planning our Celebrations! Stand by for our location and dates!
- February 21 - Meet the Flock: Meet a panel of current Seahawks and learn more about all the opportunities to get involved on campus!
- March 6 - LEAD the Way: Internships at SMCM: Our professional education has won national awards! Professionals from our Center for Career and Professional Development will discuss how we prepare you for getting that coveted internship and current students will talk about their recent internship experiences.
- March 20 - Cost and Value: Understanding Your Financial Assistance: SMCM has earned multiple accolades for its value, including from Money Magazine and US News and World Report. Our Office of Student Financial Assistance will review our generous funding packages as you make this important investment for your future.
- March 27 - Life is Better by the River: Housing at SMCM: There is never a dull moment at SMCM! Learn more about campus life from Residence Assistants and other student leaders!
- April 10 - Eureka! What Will You Discover at SMCM?: Did you know that over 70% of students complete research with professors before they graduate? Many students publish in academic journals. Hear from Seahawks about their research and think about your own research ideas!
- April 17 - Fly International! Seahawks Go Abroad: International Education is what we do! You will hear from Seahawks who are currently overseas or have completed a study abroad experience. How will you take your SMCM education overseas?
- April 24 - Oh, the Places You'll Go, After SMCM: Seahawks are found across every profession and every industry, from government officials to scientists and doctors, to educators and entrepreneurs, to professional artists. Hear from a panel about how SMCM prepared them for their successful careers.
- Our 2024 Spring Open House will be on Saturday, April 20. Stay tuned for registration information.
Resource Lists
- Attend Admitted Seahawk Day
- Schedule a visit led by one of our Student Ambassadors
- Take a self-guided tour of SMCM
- Can’t come to campus? Explore SMCM virtually
Check out some of our other great options
Explore our community
For Parents
- We’ve created this hub of need-to-know information and resources for you!
Campus Resources
- Academic Calendar
- Office of Admission
- Business Office (Billing/Payments)
- Center for Career & Professional Development
- Office of Information Technology
- Office of Student Financial Assistance
- Office of Student Success Services (OS3)
- Office of the Registrar (Class Schedules)
- Office of Public Safety
- Office of Residence Life
- Wellness Center (Health and Counseling Services)
Housing and Meals
- Housing/Residence Life Office
- Housing and Meal Plan Costs
- Housing Dates and Deadlines
- Moving in information
- Meal Plans
Tuition and Fees Information
- Tuition and Fees Costs
- Business Office (Billing/Payments)
- Business Office Due Dates and Deadlines
- Tuition Payment Steps
- Payment Plan Information
Health and Wellness
Student Success Services
- Office of Student Success Services
- Advising and Registration
- Procedures for Requesting Accommodations
Campus Information
Need Help?
If at any point you feel confused – don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and call us at +1 (240) 895-5000 or email us at admissions@smcm.edu. We can point you in the right direction!