Exchange Student Program
Saint Mary's Exchange Student Program
About Saint Mary's College of California
Saint Mary's College of California is one of the oldest liberal arts colleges in California. By studying abroad at Saint Mary's, you will learn side-by-side with a diverse student body and can take courses in your major or in other fields that interest you. Set in the rolling hills of Moraga, just east of San Francisco, Saint Mary's offers one of the most beautiful academic settings in Northern California. With small class sizes averaging 20 students, you can learn directly from professors who have published works and presented both nationally and internationally in their fields.
We inspire minds.
With small class sizes and professors who know you by name, Saint Mary’s creates opportunities for students to thrive—whether you’re an undergraduate or a professional looking for the next step in your career.
We engage the world.
With a stunning campus in the San Francisco Bay Area, Saint Mary’s offers boundless possibilities—including signature study programs to take you around the globe. Explore internships and career opportunities in Silicon Valley and beyond.
We transform lives.
With knowledge and skills, confidence and support from the Gael community, you’ll imagine and become more than you ever thought possible.
Study Abroad at Saint Mary's
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 2.8 GPA on a 4.0 scale
- English proficiency exam scores
- TOEFL (iBT & iBT Home Edition): 79 and each subscore must be 19 or higher
- TOEFL ITP: 550 or higher
- IELTS: 6 or higher
- Cambridge: Level B2 or higher
- Duolingo: 105 or higher
- Able to secure a J-1 Exchange Student visa
- Complete the Exchange Student Program application
- Meet or exceed the study abroad eligibility requirements of the home institution
Application Requirements
- Personal & academic information
- Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- English proficiency exam results
- Financial documents (for visa purposes)
- For academic year: $32,000 USD
- For semester only: $16,000 USD
- Passport (for visa purposes)
- Emergency contact information
Experience Saint Mary's
Partner Institutions
Saint Mary's is proud to partner with the following institutions:
- Akita International University
- Chung-Ang University
- Sophia University
- The American College of Greece
- University of Galway
- University Ramon Llull, Blanquerna
- University Ramon Llull, La Salle
- University of Technology, Sydney