St. Mary's College of Maryland
About
As Maryland’s designated public honors college, St. Mary's College of Maryland offers a highly personalized, private-school-caliber liberal arts experience at an accessible public university price point on a scenic, historic waterfront campus. The college is particularly renowned for its strong programs in biology, psychology, and environmental studies, which are highlighted by the "St. Mary's Project"—a distinctive, year-long self-directed capstone research or creative experience required for all seniors. Outside the classroom, students enjoy a collaborative, tight-knit campus culture centered around waterfront activities like nationally ranked varsity sailing and kayaking on the St. Mary’s River, alongside a deep, campus-wide commitment to environmental sustainability and community engagement.
Wikipedia:St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) is a public liberal arts college in St. Mary's City, Maryland. Established in 1840, St. Mary's College is an honors college that claims to "offer an experience similar to that of an elite liberal arts college". With about 1,600 enrolled students, the institution offers bachelor's degrees in 21 disciplines, as well as a master's program and certification programs.
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Essay Requirements
St. Mary's College of Maryland accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.
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