Ready to Start
Your Pathway to St. Mary's College of Maryland?
We are thrilled to extend an admission offer to Verto participants who meet our outlined eligibility requirements. This unique opportunity provides a global, transformative learning experience designed to help you begin your college journey on a high note. The curriculum encourages both personal growth and academic achievement, setting the stage for success at the St. Mary’s College campus.
3.0 GPA
12 Credits
1 Semester
*All eligibility requirements listed below
How does the
Direct Transfer Program Work?
Earn guaranteed admission to Verto’s Direct Transfer Partner Colleges through Verto’s free Partner Application.
Each Direct Transfer Partner has specific requirements for students to earn guaranteed admission through their Verto experience. If a college sparks your interest, but you’re worried about meeting their requirements for the Direct Transfer Guarantee, don’t be discouraged. While these partners offer conditional admission by meeting their specific Direct Transfer requirements, many also conduct a holistic and comprehensive review of applicants. Colleges are always looking to identify academically promising students who enhance their campus communities.
Our 361-acre waterfront campus lies in the heart of Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay region, adjacent to historic St. Mary’s City—the 4th-oldest permanent English settlement in North America. As the first of only two public honors colleges in the country, we offer a prestigious tradition of providing students of all backgrounds a solid liberal arts and sciences foundation combined with experiential education.
If you’re ready to work hard and reach further, we are with you all the way. Our unique curriculum blends experiential learning with applied discovery. Our faculty are among the most accomplished academics in the country and dedicated to teaching and mentoring students who are uncommonly driven to step up and stand out. And with one of the lowest student to faculty ratios in the nation, they will be more than just your teachers. They will be your advisers, your advocates, your friends, every step of the way.
"St. Mary's College of Maryland, The National Public Honors College, is excited about our partnership with Verto. Experiential education and study abroad are part of "The Honors College Promise" woven into the College's signature LEAD curriculum that prepares students for 21st century career and personal accomplishment. Students who participate in Verto programs are a step ahead when they enroll at St. Mary's College. We look forward to them enriching our campus culture through this invaluable experience."
-David L. Hautanen Jr., Vice President for Enrollment Management
St. Mary's College Students Are:
Curious
Driven
Worldly
1,536
student body
10:1
student to faculty ratio
Top 5
Public Liberal Arts College (USNWR, 2024)
#11
Public Schools for Making an Impact (Princeton Review)
St. Mary’s College also made the Princeton Review’s list of 387 Best Colleges, in addition to being #16 on their list for Best Liberal Arts Colleges.
ACADEMICS
Students receive excellent preparation for direct entry into a career, or for graduate and professional study, following graduation. 69% of St. Mary’s College students major or minor in a second academic discipline. Explore the variety of programs, including:
- Psychology
- Biology
- Marine Science
- English
- Economics
Did you know courses have already been articulated by St. Mary’s College? Reference this resource to see how courses will transfer!
FINANCES
As a public institution, St. Mary’s College of Maryland is committed to providing access to our distinct honors college education to students from diverse backgrounds. The Office of Student Financial Assistance strives to work closely with families to help them find resources through a range of federal, state, campus-based, and private programs. Evidence of this commitment can be seen in our low student indebtedness and loan default rates. Both of these figures are well below national averages and attest to the strong outcomes of our students. The Office of Student Financial Assistance also offers 1:1 consultations with families throughout their process.
TRANSFER STUDENT SUPPORT
We recognize that transfers have different needs than first-time first year students. As such, we offer Transfer Orientation in both the fall and winter term. This program is an opportunity for new transfers to get to know each other and campus resources.
STUDENT LIFE
We have over 78 clubs/organizations on campus. We start each semester with a Clubs/Orgs Fair and students are encouraged to start clubs if there is currently not a club/organization for their interest.
Residential Life is very important to our community. Over 94% of SMCM students live on campus for all 4 years. Housing is guaranteed to all students.
We offer short-term and semester long study abroad opportunities on all 6 inhabitable continents. We have English Language programs and advanced language study options.
How to Apply to St. Mary's College of Maryland
1
Enroll with Verto Education and Start College Abroad
Apply today or reach out to a member of our Admissions Team to begin your journey with Verto.
2
Gather All Required Documentation
- College Essay
- Letter of Recommendation
- Final HS Transcript
- Mid-term Report
- Other documents may be required on a case-by-case basis.
3
Work with your Academic Success Coordinator
Once you have arrived at your Verto Program location, work with your Academic Success Coordinator to compile your documents and prepare and submit your Verto Partner Application.
To earn guaranteed admission to SMCM through the Direct Transfer Pathway, during your time with Verto you will need:
- 3.0 GPA
- Minimum 12 credits
All programs are included in the Direct Transfer Pathway.
Yes! SMCM welcomes both fall and spring transfers from Verto.
While you won’t be eligible for the guarantee, we still encourage you to work with your Verto Care Team to prepare and submit a Verto Partner Application for holistic review.
You are still eligible for the Direct Transfer guarantee to SMCM! The 3.0 GPA minimum is cumulative across your college transcripts
Yes, as long as you meet our international admission requirements including English Proficiency and financial support outlined by the SMCM Certification of Finances form.
If you have questions around the application process, work with your Verto Care Team. If you have SMCM-specific questions, you can connect with Jacqui Rogers-Frere, Director of Transfer Recruitment, Admission, and Services, at [email protected].
Once you arrive to your Verto location, you can begin working with Verto staff to prepare your application to SMCM. Applications are typically sent following mid-terms, so your mid-term report can demonstrate your progress towards Direct Transfer eligibility.
- College Essay
- Letter of Recommendation
- Final HS Transcript
- Mid-term Report
- Other documents may be required on a case-by-case basis.
Work with your Verto Care Team and Jacqui Rogers-Frere, Director of Transfer Recruitment, Admission, and Services, at [email protected], to defer your admission.
St. Mary's College of Maryland, The National Public Honors College, is excited about our partnership with Verto. Experiential education and study abroad are part of "The Honors College Promise" woven into the College's signature LEAD curriculum that prepares students for 21st century career and personal accomplishment. Students who participate in Verto programs are a step ahead when they enroll at St. Mary's College. We look forward to them enriching our campus culture through this invaluable experience.
David L. Hautanen Jr.
Vice President for Enrollment Management
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