Welcome to Saint Mary’s College! As the parent of a Saint Mary's student, you are an important part of the Saint Mary's community. We look forward to partnering with you to ensure your student has a successful college career. This page was created to help you become familiar with the campus and its many resources. As always, you can reach out to us directly with any questions at anuesse@saintmarys.edu.
Helpful Resources
Academic calendars
Spring 2027 Semester
- First Day of Classes: January 11, 2027
- Deadlines to Drop Classes: February 12, 2027
- Grades Posted: May 11, 2027
Fall 2027 Semester
- First Day of Classes: August 23, 2027
- Deadlines to Drop Classes: September 24, 2027
- Grades Posted: December 20, 2027
Accessibility Resource Office
Saint Mary's commits to complying with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) to provide accommodations to students with disabilities. Contact our office with any questions or concerns.
Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry (CFAM)
The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry accompanies students of diverse faith backgrounds—and no faith backgrounds—and invites them to the fullness of life, finding expression in acts of service and a commitment to justice. Through our student-facing campus event and club portal, known as Bell Tower, students can discover all that CFAM has to offer, including:
- Calendar of Events
- Grief Group
- Pop-Up Ministry
- Beyond the Bell Service Program
- Saint Mary’s Sustainable Farm
Here is our Current Liturgy Schedule.
Campus Safety
Campus Safety, together with Residence Life, Building Services, Grounds, and Maintenance, support and foster a safe campus. As a community, we all work to make our campus home a secure one.
Campus Safety is available on campus 24 hours per day/ 7 days per week/ 365 days per year.
Students are strongly encouraged to download the SMC Safe app, which includes an emergency call button feature. Students should also add Security to their phone’s contact list: (574) 284-5000.
Commuter Information
Local students living with their family can request an exemption from the residential living requirements through the Office of Residence Life. Below are some of the services available to commuter students, including seniors, who have chosen to live off campus:
- A commuter lounge where students can store and warm up food, hang out between classes, and get to know other commuter students is available on the main floor of the Student Center.
- The parking fee for commuter students is $150 for the academic year.
- Commuter meal plans are available. Additional information can be found here. Scroll all the way down to the commuter section.
- Of course, all other services and resources on campus are available and accessible to commuter students who are enrolled full time.
- For new commuter students, we strongly recommend that they attend all Belles Beginnings sessions, to make sure they learn how to take advantage of as many resources on campus as they wish to utilize.
Dining Services
Saint Mary's partners with Notre Dame's Dining Services to provide the best nutrition and expanded options within the tri-campus community. At no additional cost, Saint Mary’s students have the option to eat at any dining hall on all three campuses. On Saint Mary's campus, Flex Points can be used at 1844 Grill and Murphy's, providing tri-campus students with convenient and flexible food options every day of the week.
For nutritional advising or if your student has dietary questions or concerns, we encourage you to contact Jocie Antonelli at (574) 631-0106 or jantonel@nd.edu.
Health and Counseling Center
The Health and Counseling Center supports students through health services and referrals, confidential counseling services, and general health education. Located in the Angela Athletic & Wellness Complex, it is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Students can schedule an appointment with a nurse, physician, or counselor by calling (574) 284-4805.
Prescription delivery for students is available through Genoa. For new students, Genoa representatives will be on hand during the official check-in process to share information, answer questions, and help students complete paperwork to move their prescription(s) from their current pharmacy. For returning students, information on how to have their prescription(s) filled by Genoa and deliver them to campus is available by contacting the Health and Counseling Center.
Parking
All students, regardless of class year, are allowed to bring a vehicle to campus and park in designated student lots. For the 2026/27 academic year, the cost is $200 per semester for residential students; $150 for the academic year for non-resident students. Two-week temporary parking permits are available for $30.
Click to Register a Student Vehicle
Residence Life
We require all students to live on campus for their first six semesters, though exceptions are made for students with permanent residence already in the local area. Undergraduate housing at Saint Mary's is available for students between the ages of 17 and 24 years.
Key dates to keep in mind:
- Fall 2026 end of semester: students are expected to vacate their room 24 hours after their last final or no later than Friday, December 18, 2026 at noon.
- Spring 2027 beginning of semester: returning and new students can move in Sunday, January 10 at 9 a.m.
- Spring 2027 end of semester: non-graduating students are expected to vacate their room 24 hours after their last final or no later than Saturday, May 8, 2027 at noon. Please note that students not graduating who are working through Commencement will have a different move-out assignment, based on their work schedule.
- Spring 2027 end of semester: graduating students are expected to vacate their room no later than Saturday, May 16, 2027 at noon.
Additional dates to be determined for Fall 2027 (check this space for updates!):
- Early move in dates for Belles Connect, Kessler and Craig Scholars, and other groups approved for early move-in such as student leaders, band, and fall athletes
- Move in for all remaining new students
- Move in date for remaining returning students
Students can access information about housing through eRezLife.
Student Financial Services (Financial Aid and Student Accounts)
Like you, we believe in making an investment in your student’s education, offering merit scholarships based on the academic high school profile of your student. To be considered for additional need-based aid, including Saint Mary’s grants and/or Indiana grants (if applicable) and/or federal grants and loans, you will be required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the correct academic year.
The Student Financial Services team can help navigate financial aid and billing processes. Here are a few key webpages:
- Additional Information about Financial Aid
- Billing and Payment Options
- Tuition Protection Plan offered through GradGuard
Student Self-Service
Our new Student Self-Service platform offers an updated look and improved navigation, making it easier to find the information and services students use throughout the academic year. Now, students and authorized users can access the new “Student Self-Service” link under the Student Tools section of the My Saint Mary’s Portal.
This launch is part of our ongoing work to improve the technology and digital services that support our students and their families. We’re excited to make the new Student Self-Service available to you and hope you enjoy the refreshed experience.
If your student previously provided in PRISM, or wishes to provide you with (parent or legal guardian) access to their records, they will need to grant you access again. We encourage students to take a moment to watch this video on how to set up your access in the new platform.
General Resources
Athletics and Club Sports
Varsity athletics are a strong part of the Saint Mary’s identity. Student-athletes compete in nine division III sports, as part of the MIAA conference: soccer, lacrosse, volleyball, softball, tennis, golf, basketball, STUNT, and cross country. Club sports are jointly regulated and organized by the Saint Mary's Office of Student Involvement and Athletic Department. And remember, students can also participate in club sports at the University of Notre Dame and Holy Cross College—more than 520 in all!
LGBTQ+ Center
The Center serves as an inclusive and safe space for our LGBTQ+ community and Allies by providing educational opportunities, community and resources for the College. A place surrounded by inspiring and encouraging words that will make you feel at home.
PACE Center
The Prikkel Advising, Career, and Experience (PACE) Center was created to ensure every Saint Mary’s student has access to a valuable education, holistic support, and a clear, connected journey from orientation to graduation and beyond. We offer comprehensive career preparation; a dedicated team of academic and career advisors for every student who are available year-round; access to strategic internships and externships; academically rigorous study abroad programs, entrepreneurship, and other hands-on experiences. The PACE Center will be an integral part of your student’s academic and developmental journey.
Parent Weekends
Your student will receive information on all scheduled parent and family weekends. Save the date for the following:
- Junior Moms' Weekend April 16 – 18, 2027
Registrar
The Office of the Registrar supports the academic mission of the College; provides information and academic services to the College community while ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of academic records; provides outstanding service by continually improving our business processes for registration, scheduling, academic records, and degree audit; and serves students, faculty, staff, alumnae, and parents.
Student Accounts
The Student Financial Services team can help navigate billing processes and options. Here are a few key webpages:
- Billing and Payment Options
- Tuition Protection Plan offered through GradGuard
Study Abroad
Global experiences at Saint Mary’s range from a week to an entire academic year. Saint Mary’s currently offers 28 programs in 22 countries. Traveling globally with a professor on a short-term course is often the first step that helps students have the confidence to explore the world and think globally. Saint Mary’s currently has 12 global programs that are led by a Saint Mary’s faculty.
Title IX
We share the responsibility for creating a safer, more caring campus culture in which bias, harassment, and violence have no place—and every member of our community is able to flourish. Support is available to anyone who has experienced gender-based harassment, sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic and dating violence, stalking, sexual exploitation, or other forms of sexual misconduct.
The College offers a vast array of resources for students, including: