Tuition and Fees
Rates valid August 1, 2026 - July 31, 2027
| Tuition and Fees | |
| Graduate Tuition Rates 2026-2027 | |
| Graduate Tuition | $1,201 per hour |
| Graduate Ph.D. Tuition | $1,201 per hour |
| Combined Joint Program (Undergraduate/Graduate, 12-18 hours) | $19,202 per semester |
| Required Student Fees 2026-2027 | |
| Academic Assessment Fee1 (undg/grad only) | $50 per semester |
| Student Service Fee2 (part-time) | $234 per semester |
| Student Service Fee2 (Summer, full-time) | $234 per semester |
| Student Service Fee2 (full-time) | $468 per semester |
| Student Service Fee2 (Summer, part-time) | $117 per semester |
| Course Fees 2026-2027 | |
| AE 6385 | $30 |
| BL 6411 | $150 |
| CS 6361, 6362, 6363, 6364 | $40 |
| CN 6321, 6323, 6341 | $25 |
| IO 6381 | $30 |
| IO 6383 | $18 |
| PS 6321, 6322, 7331, 7332 | $15 |
| PS 6381 | $30 |
| PS 7391, 7392 | $35 |
| Continuous Enrollment (6000X)5 | $25 |
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Academic Assessment Fee is for standardized tests and survey instruments, individual student assessment in the academic major, and assessment instruments used for academic and career advising.
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Student Activity Fee partially supports a wide variety of professional services and organizations available to all St. Mary’s students. These include: Student Health Center, Student Psychological and Testing Services, Career Services, the Dean of Students and Student Life, Campus Recreation, and the following student organizations: Student Government Association, Student Bar Association, The Rattler student newspaper, and the University Programming Council. Students receive free admission to athletic events (other than conference playoffs) and most concerts, lectures, and drama productions. This fee is charged to undergraduate, graduate, law, and Ph.D. students at the rates indicated above. The fee applies to all students regardless of instructional method (on-campus or off-campus).
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Study Abroad Grant Fee is used to provide financial support for undergraduate students seeking to participate in a variety of study abroad experiences, including semester programs, international immersion programs, and international business, government, and non-government organization internships.
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All fees listed are per course and per semester unless indicated otherwise.
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This course will be billed at one-half (1/2) of one credit hour and all applicable fees at the part-time rate for each semester a student is registered. For more information, see Continuous Enrollment policy in the Academic Policies and Regulations in this catalog.
Continuous Non-Law Graduate Student Enrollment (formerly Maintaining Matriculation)
This course will be billed at one-half (1/2) of one credit hour and all applicable fees at the part-time rate for each semester a student is registered. For more information, see Continuous Enrollment in the Academic Policies and Regulations in this catalog.
Refund distributions begin after the 100% add/drop period listed on the Academic Calendar each semester.
Student accounts are reviewed weekly by the Business Office after the semester’s initial distribution of refunds. If the amount of financial awards and/or payments exceeds the charges billed to the account, students may expect to receive a refund. Direct deposit refunds are submitted every Wednesday (exceptions for holidays and university closures). However, availability of the funds is determined by the student’s banking institution. For those students who do not have an e-refund profile for direct deposit, a refund check will be mailed to the permanent address listed on file by the university. To update an address, students need to complete the “Student Record Change Form” on Gateway under the Registrar’s page. Refunds are not available for pickup.
Students should refer to the Tuition Refund Schedule for specific dates.
Course fees and required student fees will only be refunded during the 100% refund period.
Meal plan refunds (including unused dining dollars) are only granted under special circumstances and are based on the official withdrawal date.
Financial aid recipients are not eligible for a refund until all financial aid programs are reimbursed in accordance with federal, state, and University guidelines. To obtain information about the return of financial aid funds, contact the Financial Assistance Office. This department can be reached by calling 210-436-3141 or emailing finaid@stmarytx.edu. Additional information is available in the Financial Aid section.
Students residing in campus housing must contact the Office of Residence Life to obtain information about any applicable housing adjustments and penalties. This department can be reached at 210-431-4312 or email reslife@stmarytx.edu. Students must follow the proper check-out procedure outlined in the Residence Life Agreement and must vacate campus housing within 48 hours of the official university withdrawal date.
If a student in active or reserve military services is required by the military to withdraw from the University due to a military crisis, they will be entitled to a full tuition refund and no academic penalty will be incurred with appropriate documentation. Students who are using student loans will have to abide by the appropriate regulations. If a student is receiving VA benefits, they should also contact the Coordinator of Veteran and Military Affairs. Students must meet with the Dean of Students Office and provide appropriate documentation to complete this process.
Students who believe that they have individual circumstances warranting an exception to published refund policies may contact the Dean of Students Office for such consideration.