Saint Martin's University

Scholarships for international students

Saint Martin’s University is committed to helping make education accessible and affordable to our international students. The following are scholarships available to all qualifying international undergraduate applicants to Saint Martin’s University seeking to study on an F-1 student visa.

International students are not eligible to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) but are eligible for scholarships. Please review the eligibility requirements of each scholarship carefully.

International Undergraduate Scholarships

Undergraduate Academic Merit Scholarships: (renews annually)

Cumulative grade point average is calculated on a 4.0 scale. Non-US issued transcripts or mark sheets will be evaluated by an external transcript evaluation agency to determine the cumulative GPA. The GPA obtained at the time of admission will be the criteria used to determine scholarship eligibility.

Benedictine High School Scholarship (renews annually)

English Proficiency Scholarship (renews annually)

Official score reports must be submitted for consideration. Reports must not be more than 2 years old.

International Partner School Scholarship (renews annually)

To be eligible for this $2000 scholarship, an international undergraduate student must be a full-time student and transferring from a global partner high school and meet all undergraduate admissions requirements. The eligibility of global partner schools is determined by Saint Martin’s Office of International Programs & Development.

Campus Visit Award

Prospective international students who partake with an in-person campus visit or a virtual visit via our website are eligible for a $500 nonrenewable award upon enrollment.

Alumni and Friends Scholarship

This scholarship is available for incoming first-year and transfer students only. Alumni, parents, and friends of the University use this form to award potential first-year or transfer students who you believe will thrive in and contribute to the Saints community for an annual, renewable $1,000 tuition award. Recommendation form must be received in the Office of International Programs & Development before the student begins classes at Saint Martin’s University.

Outstanding Achievement Awards (non-renewable)

International student achievement awards, $1000 International Leadership Award and $1000 Outstanding Service Award, are available for all qualifying international undergraduate applicants to Saint Martin’s University seeking to study on an F1 student visa. To receive consideration for the International Student Achievement Award an applicant must submit their award application at the time of applying for undergraduate admissions. You may only apply for one award.

First-year and transfer applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 from their previous educational institution(s). A minimum 250-word essay illustrating either leadership or service experience to be submitted along with a resume.

International Graduate Student Scholarships

International Graduate Student Grant

To be eligible for this grant, an international student must have participated as an exchange student from a global partner school as an undergraduate. The eligibility of the student is determined by Saint Martin’s Office of International Programs & Development.

International Partner Graduate Student Scholarship (renews annually)

To be eligible for this scholarship, an international student must be a graduate from a global partner school. The eligibility of the student is determined by Saint Martin’s Office of International Programs & Development.

International Kindness Buddhist Scholarship (renew annually)

To be eligible you must be an international graduate student enrolled in the University. This scholarship is a $500 per year renewable scholarship. Eligibility is determined at the time of admission.

Students often attend Saint Martin's because of its sense of community. Faculty know their students, staff are willing to assist in ways that make the transition to university positive. We are here to assist you in your success.

• International Student Services 
• Career Counseling 
• Recreation Facility, tennis courts 
• Catered Dining Services

Saint Martin's University offers a wide array of campus activities for students. We have over 200 clubs that will appeal to a student's interest whether it be an academic, social, or sport-focused club.

We are a NCAA Division II school with a competitive sport in basketball, soccer, volleyball, track & field, cross country, golf, baseball, and softball.

At Saint Martin's, we strive to create a safe and secure environment as your university home. Our coeducational residential village, which includes traditional residential halls and apartments, offers both privacy and community. We want this to be a welcoming place for you to build relationships, develop social responsibility, and achieve academic success.