Are students required to live in the residence halls?

Saint Mary's College believes that living on campus gives students the opportunity to be fully engaged in academic and student life and to exercise adult freedoms responsibly with professional and peer support. A diverse community full of various viewpoints, goals and styles prepares students for future relationships, diverse careers and living in a dynamic global society.

As a women’s private, Catholic, residential, undergraduate college, Saint Mary's College requires all students--starting with the Class of 2011--to reside in college-owned housing (including housing provided during study abroad programs) for six (6) semesters, unless the student meets one of the following exceptions:

2. Has resided in a college residence hall for at least six (6) semesters prior to making a request for exception.

3. Has reached the age of 23 prior to the term(s) for which the request for exception is made.

4. Is married.

5. Is enrolled in eight (8) or less credit hours.

6. Has received written permission from the Vice President for Student Affairs for special circumstances.

Students must request permission to live off-campus by submitting the circumstances and documentation for request, in writing, to the Director of Residence Life. This includes all students living with a parent or guardian within 30 miles of the campus.

A request for exception with documentation must be received by the Director of Residence Life 30 days prior to the first day of classes for the semester a student is applying to live off-campus.

All students will be billed for room and board as a residential student until an approved exception is on file.

NOTE: Eligibility for Opus Hall is contingent upon six (6) semesters of on-campus residency, as well.

What type of security is provided in the halls?

The four (4) traditional residence halls--Le Mans, Holy Cross, Regina and McCandless--have front desks that are staffed 24 hours a day. Doors not in view of the desks are secured by a card access system and are also monitored via closed-circuit cameras.

Opus Hall does not have a front desk, but is secured by a card access system 24 hours a day.

Are members of the opposite sex allowed to visit?

Yes. All male guests--including family members--must be escorted by a Saint Mary's student hostess at all times. Males are allowed into the residential areas of the buildings duing the following hours:

In each hall, there is also one area near the front desk designated as a 24-hour coed lounge for studying and socializing.

How do students receive mail?

Each student is assigned a mailbox in her residence hall. Mail is delivered Monday - Saturday to the residence halls. Packages and deliveries will be held at the front desk for students to pick up.

Can I bring my car to campus?

All students may bring their car to campus. Vehicles must be registered during the first week of the school year. Registration fees are payable to the Cashier Window in the Business Office.