Saint Martin's University
Academic Excellence
We educate the whole person, meaning holistic, collaborative and experiential learning.
Supportive Community
Saints recognize that we become who we are by our relationships with others.
Transformative Outcomes
Saints make a positive difference in their lives and in the lives of others.
Living and Learning in the PNW
See our amazing natural setting as well as the people, cultures and sectors that thrive here.
For Every Saint
Since 1895, Saint Martin’s has aspired to be an inclusive community of learners, rooted in tradition and inspired toward progress. Informed by the Catholic intellectual tradition and guided by our Benedictine values, we educate future leaders to be mindful citizens of the world who exhibit wisdom and compassion in thought and through action.
Admitted Saints Day
Have you been admitted to Saint Martin's University? Come to campus to celebrate your big achievement on Admitted Saints Day! It provides an exceptional opportunity for admitted students and their families to explore Saint Martin’s and all that it has to offer.
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Academic Excellence
Saint Martin’s University prepares students for successful lives through its undergraduate and graduate programs and certificate programs spanning the liberal arts, business, education, engineering, nursing and leadership.
Our admissions team is devoted to making your journey as helpful, straightforward, and transparent as possible for you.
Our admissions team is devoted to making your journey as helpful, straightforward, and transparent as possible for you.
A.A. Milne said “You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think." The Office of Graduate Studies and Admissions is here to support you from your application process through completion of your degree. Go forth and be awesome!
A.A. Milne said “You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think." The Office of Graduate Studies and Admissions is here to support you from your application process through completion of your degree. Go forth and be awesome!
More academic offerings
Certificate programs
Saint Martin's offers several non-degree and certificate programs in such high-demand areas as accounting, business and education to advance your career.
Ph.D. in Leadership Studies
This interdisciplinary doctoral program is designed to empower the next generation of researchers and scholars while addressing the pressing need for leadership in today’s world.
Washington Vets to Tech
Washington Vets to Tech (WaV2T) is a 16-week intensive program offered at Lacey and JBLM campuses that prepares active military and veterans for new careers in computer science and IT.
Supportive Community
A Community that Cares
Community is a Benedictine value and core theme at Saint Martin's. We build community inside and outside the classroom, sharing our diverse lived experiences and creating new shared memories and missions with one another.
Transformative Outcomes
Once a Saint, always a Saint
During their time at Saint Martin's, students, faculty and staff grow intellectually, personally and spiritually. Together, as Saints, we support one another as we each find and follow our purpose, always striving to think, act, and lead with heart.
Saint Stories
The Beautiful Pacific Northwest
News & Events
Saint Martin’s University earns Military Friendly® School gold designation for sixth time
LACEY, Wash. — Saint Martin’s University was awarded the gold designation as a 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School for the sixth time by VIQTORY.
Saint Martin’s University celebrates 20th anniversary of Gala with Celebrity Chef Rick Bayless
LACEY, Wash. – The Saint Martin’s University Gala will celebrate its 20th anniversary with host Celebrity Chef Rick Bayless this year on Saturday, November 1. Over the past two decades, the Gala has raised more than $21 million in support of student scholarships, transforming the lives of hundreds of Saints by making their educational dreams a reality. Rooted in the Catholic Benedictine value of hospitality, the Gala brings together alumni, benefactors and friends for a night of generosity, great food and celebration—all in support of Saint Martin’s students.
Saint Martin's University announces the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Honorees
LACEY, Wash. – Saint Martin’s University is pleased to announce the five recipients of its 2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards, presented during the Homecoming festivities on Friday, February 28, 2025. Honorees are Sharon Brown-Kabanuck ‘73; Dr. Terrence “Terry” Burke ’75; Dr. John Gallagher HS’65, ‘69; Tedi Reynolds ‘71; and Jim Snyder HS’57 (posthumous).
Saint Martin’s University receives historic $1.5 million gift to launch baseball facility renovation
LACEY, Wash. – Saint Martin’s University has received a transformative anonymous gift of $1.5 million to launch the baseball facility renovation project. This unprecedented gift is the largest single donation ever made to Saints Athletics, marking a historic moment for the University and its student-athletes.