Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Saint Mary of the Woods, Indiana |
| Online | smwc.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Saint Mary of the Woods College, located in western Indiana approximately 5 miles northwest of Terre Haute, is the oldest Catholic liberal arts institution in Indiana. Founded in 1840 by Saint Mother Theodore Guerin and the Sisters of Providence, the 67-acre wooded campus features historic French Renaissance architecture, including the Church of the Immaculate Conception. The college, which began admitting male students to its campus programs in 2015, offers undergraduate degrees with prominent programs in equine studies, art therapy, nursing, and education. Campus life centers around traditional residence halls and apartment-style housing, while the college maintains an established equestrian center and competes in NAIA Division III athletics as the Pomeroys.
Ratings
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Academics
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Value
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is rated within the lower 41% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Saint Mary of the Woods College within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#784 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#503 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#21 in Best Colleges in Indiana
#17 in Best Private Colleges in Indiana
#64 in Best Value Colleges in Indiana
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 875/1070 |
| ACT | 15/18 |
| GPA | 3.35 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,500 |
| Room and Board | $13,010 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,657 |
| Total One Year Cost | $51,757 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Education | 26% |
| Business | 18% |
| Psychology | 10% |
| Social Sciences | 7% |
| Human Services | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2025