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After You've Been Admitted

Submit Your Enrollment Deposit

You may submit your deposit online through your .

Secure your spot among the incoming class by submitting your non-refundable enrollment deposit of $650 for tuition and housing by May 1 or within two weeks of the date of acceptance (whichever is later).

After You've Enrolled

Login to Your SMC Account

You will receive your official Saint Mary’s login information via email about a week after submitting your enrollment deposit. This information can also be found, along with your incoming student checklist, on the . You will need your official login information in order to complete tasks like applying for housing, completing medical requirements, checking your SMC email, and more.

If you are having any issues with your status page or login information, please contact the Office of ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½.

Submit the Required Documents to Receive an I-20

Applying for the F-1 student visa can take several months, so it's important to apply early.  Gather and submit the required documents to your to get started.  For more detailed information about applying for the F-1 visa, please visit our Applying for an F-1 Visa page.

Apply for On-Campus Housing

Saint Mary's strongly believes in the value of the on-campus residential experience for students and requires that first-year students live on campus.  In order to apply for housing, you must submit your enrollment deposit. Enrolled students will receive their Saint Mary's login information, along with information outlining the steps required to submit the housing application via your .  If you have a medical circumstance that you believe may impact your room assignment, please contact our Student Disability Services office and they will assist you further.

Please visit the Housing & Dining website for information about application deadlines, room availability, pricing, and move-in dates.  For additional information, contact our Housing Department at housing@stmarys-ca.edu.

Submit Your Pre-Enrollment Questionnaire

Once you have submitted your enrollment deposit, you will have access to your Pre-Enrollment Questionnaire (PEQ) via email, and it will also be accessible via your .  The Pre-Enrollment Questionnaire (PEQ) will allow us to get to know you, your major interests, and academic aspirations.  Our team of faculty will assist you with registering for courses, create an academic plan based on your academic interests, prior college-level coursework, placement tests, and program requirements.  Don’t hold back when you complete the PEQ! Tell us everything you think will help us understand you as a student.

You will receive your class schedule the weekend prior to the start of classes. If there are schedule conflicts, you will be able to work with your first-year academic advisor to change your class time (depending on course availability).

Complete Medical Requirements

Prior to starting classes at Saint Mary's, all incoming undergraduate students must complete their medical requirements through the Student Health Portal on MySMC:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Tuberculosis Screening Form
• Upload Immunization Records

Visit our Incoming Student Requirements page for more detailed information on medical requirements.

Request Your SMC Student ID Card

You can apply for an SMC Student ID before you arrive on campus!  Complete the SMC ID Card form to apply.

The photo that you submit should be similar to a passport or visa photo.  Do not wear a hat, sunglasses or anything that covers your face or head.  Your ID card will not be printed if your face is obscured or not clearly visible.  You will receive an email when your ID is ready to be picked up from the Business Office in Filippi Hall.  Any questions about your student ID card should be sent to housing@stmarys-ca.edu.

All students must have a student ID because you will need it for the following services on campus:

• Oliver Dining Hall
• Joseph Alioto Recreation Center
• Business Office
• Registrar's Office
• Saint Albert Library
• Post Office
• Health & Wellness Center
• Counseling Center & Psychological Services

Plus, you can use it for free rides on County Connection and get student discounts at local stores!

International Student Orientation

All international and exchange students must attend a mandatory orientation with the Center for International Programs.  Please plan to arrive in the U.S. on time for orientation.

Fall 2025 Orientation

International Student Orientation: August 19, 2025

Exchange Student Orientation: August 21 & 22, 2025

Health & Wellness

Health insurance is mandatory for all students.  International and exchange students will automatically be enrolled in UnitedHealthCare through Saint Mary's.

UnitedHealthCare covers sickness and accidents only, and does not provide dental or vision coverage.

The healthcare system and medical procedures in the U.S. can vary greatly from services provided in your home country.  The ability to schedule appointments with a doctor and being able to communicate your condition or symptoms are quite important.  Be prepared when you arrive to the U.S. by bringing all relevant health reports, your medical history, your immunization records, and all prescription medication to keep up your good health while studying at Saint Mary's.  Maintaining good health while studying is of upmost importance.

All incoming international students should follow instructions from the Health & Wellness Center website on required documentation and medical records to provide.  This will ensure that the Health & Wellness Center has the most up-to-date information about your medical history, immunization records, prescriptions, etc. when providing you with healthcare services.

As you prepare to travel, be sure to keep the following in mind:

• Dental, optometric, gynecologic and other routine medical appointments should be obtained from your regular health care provider before coming to the U.S.
• Bring an extra pair of eyeglasses and contacts.
• Bring a copy of your medical history and immunization records, even if they are not in English.
• Bring all prescription medications with you.  If possible, bring an extra 3-month's supply.  Note that some prescription medications sold in other countries may not be available in the U.S.
• Make an appointment with the Health & Wellness Center on campus to get a prescription for any chronic conditions.

Payments: Instructions for International Wire Transfers

To make tuition, housing or other payments to Saint Mary's via international wire transfers, please use the following information:

Saint Mary's College of California
Bank of America
100 West 33rd Street
New York, NY 10001

Account Number: 14738-00888
ABA Transit Number: 0260-0959-3
Swift Code: BOFAUS3N

In the memorandum (memo) section of the wire transfer, be sure to add the student's full name, Saint Mary's student ID number and any other important information, so that the payment is credited to the correct account.

International Transfer Students

If you're currently studying in the U.S. on an F-1 visa at another institution, you can transfer your SEVIS record to Saint Mary's.  Speak with the International Student Advisor or the International Student Office on your campus about transferring your SEVIS record.  Be sure to upload copies of the following documents to your application portal to qualify for an I-20 from Saint Mary's:

• completed and signed Certificate of Finances
• copy of your valid passport
• financial documentation (bank statements or letters, educational loan information, etc.)