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I’m in! What’s Next?

Office of Admission > I’m in! What’s Next?

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.

Deposit Deadlines

Early
Decision I

Jan 15

Deposit Deadline

Early
Decision II

Apr 1

Deposit Deadline

Early
Action & Regular Decision

May 1

Deposit Deadline

Transfer Priority Decision

May 1

Deposit Deadline*

* Transfer applicants admitted prior to April 15

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

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

Pay via Telephone

Still have financial aid questions?

Contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance to speak with a student financial assistance counselor.

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Join us for Admitted Seahawk Day

Even if you have already visited campus, Admitted Seahawk Days are a great opportunity to meet other admitted students and current students.  You will learn more about the programs and people who will be very important to you as a Seahawk.

Saturday
Feb. 28

Saturday
Apr. 11

Stay tuned for these events

Admitted Seahawk Celebrations

Come celebrate with other future Seahawks to learn more about SMCM and why it is the right fit for your educational future.

  • 3/4: Dave & Busters- Silver Spring, MD, 6:30-8:30
  • 3/9: Dave & Busters- White Marsh, MD, 6:30-8:30
  • 3/11: Dave & Busters- Capital Heights, MD, 6:30-8:30
  • 3/22: Brewers Alley- Frederick, MD, 6:30-8:30
  • 3/25: Dave & Busters- Hanover, MD, 6:30-8:30
  • 4/1: Dave & Busters- Springfield, VA, 6:30-8:30

Open House

Our 2026 Spring Open House will be on Saturday, April 25.

Future Seahawk Series

Our "Future Seahawk Series" is a series of virtual events that cover different aspects of the St. Mary's College experience. Held on Tuesdays at 7:30 PM, these events are a fantastic way for students and families to learn more about the educational opportunities afforded in our LEAD curriculum, campus life, and much more.

  • 3/10: Cost and Value: Understand your Financial Assistance
  • 3/17: What it Means to be Part of the Seahawk Family as a Parent
  • 3/24: Life is Better by the River
  • 4/7: The Honors College Promise: What it Means for You
  • 4/21: Meet the Flock: Q&A with Current Students

Shadow a Seahawk

Here at St. Mary's College of Maryland, we pride ourselves on our close-knit community. We could tell you all about what it's like to be a Seahawk, but we think you should experience it yourself! With our Shadow a Seahawk program, you will truly experience a day in the life of an SMCM student!

On-Campus Visits

We think the best way to experience St. Mary’s College of Maryland is to see it for yourself. Your first time driving around the bend of Maryland Route-5 and seeing the beautiful campus overlooking the St. Mary’s River is sure to be unforgettable.

Our daily visits are offered Monday through Friday and select Saturdays. Daily visits begin with a brief information session with an Admission Counselor, followed by a walking tour led by our student ambassadors. They will help you discover all of the incredible things The National Public Honors College has to offer!

* Qualifies for the Discover SMCM Grant

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1-ON-1 MEETINGS

You are invited to schedule a one-on-one meeting with an Admission Counselor, The Office of Student Financial Assistance or a Current Student.

These conversations are a fantastic option to get your questions answered and learn more about SMCM. We will contact you during your selected time with a phone call or video chat, your choice!

Need Help?

If at any point you feel confused – don’t be afraid to pick up the phone and call us at (240) 895-5000 or email us at admissions@smcm.edu. We can point you in the right direction!

Contact Us

Mailing Address

St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Office of Admission
47645 College Drive
St. Mary's City, MD, 20686-3001

Social Media

Hundreds of your future classmates, roommates, teammates, and friends are connecting with each other on our St. Mary’s College of Maryland ZeeMee

Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Act, SMCM publishes an Annual Security & Fire Safety Report. The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including crime reporting, crime prevention, college policies, drug and alcohol abuse, and sexual misconduct. The report also contains the three previous years’ crime and fire statistics for on campus locations, non-campus locations and adjacent public property.

For questions regarding information contained in the college’s annual security report or to request a hard copy please contact to Christopher Coons at ccoons@smcm.edu.