We are glad you have decided to apply to Saint Martin's University.

We look forward to learning about you as an individual and how you would flourish as a member of the Saint Martin's community.


Common App

To simplify the application process for prospective students, Saint Martin's University now uses the Common Application. Please read all of the information below before beginning your online application. Click here to begin your online application.


To fully complete the application process you will need to submit:

  • A Common Application
  • A 250-500 word personal essay on a topic of your choice so we can know more about you (this will be attached to your Common Application)
  • Your official TOEFL or IELTS (Academic) test scores (if available)
  • Completed declaration of finances form with attached financial statement
  • Your official SAT/ACT scores (If available)
  • Your official and sealed high school or university grade reports translated into English
  • A letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor

Things to remember when applying online:

  • You will first be asked to register on www.commonapp.org with a unique username and password. Please store this information in a safe place.
  • After you have created your account you will receive an email confirming your account registration. We recommend you then read the instructions. After you have read the instructions, click on the link Search for Colleges and then either search for colleges from available options or type in Saint Martin's University.
  • If you cannot finish your application in one sitting, you can save your work and come back another time. When you are ready to work on your application again, go back to  www.commonapp.org and login with your username and password. Do not create a new account or start a new application.
  • If you forget your login or password, there are links to retrieve them or you can get a new one by going to Common Application support and clicking on Application Access on the left hand side of your screen.

Tips for completing the Common Application online:

  • Please check your browser settings: Javascript and cookies must be enabled and popup blockers must be disabled.
  • Save your work often.
  • Use a word processor to type your writing samples before cutting and pasting or uploading them into the online form.
  • Print a copy of your application and keep copies of all documents you send to us for reference.

We recommend that you apply online. If you wish to apply by mail, a paper copy of the Common Application is available to download here and then mailed to:

Saint Martin's University
Office of International Programs
5000 Abbey Way SE
Lacey, WA 98503


If you were invited to start your Saint Martin's application from a mailing or an email message and did not finish it click here to complete that application.