Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota pays international students $29,000 a year on this tier, or $28,000 as a transfer, for a grade average of 3.78 to 3.99.
The second tier. Renewal needs only a 2.0, a lower bar than the Presidential tier above it.
Two conditions shape what it is worth. Living on campus is required, and commuting cuts the award by $4,000. And the award covers tuition only against a total cost of $60,390, so even the top tier leaves around $30,000 a year to find.
$29,000 for first-year students and $28,000 for transfers, renewable for three further years on a grade average of 2.0. Tuition is $47,680 and the total cost of attendance $60,390 for 2026 to 2027, so even the top tier leaves roughly $30,000 a year uncovered. On-campus residency is a condition rather than a preference, and commuting cuts the award by $4,000. The tiers are keyed to the 2026 to 2027 year.
A secondary school grade average of 3.78 to 3.99 for first-year entry, or a college grade average of 2.80 to 3.49 for transfer entry. Full-time enrolment on the Winona campus with on-campus residency. Renewal needs a grade average of 2.0.
The university states international students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships with no separate application, that awards can cover up to 63 per cent of tuition excluding living expenses and fees, that they require on-campus residency, and that they are renewable each year.
No separate application. Applicants are considered automatically through the admission application. English proficiency is required: a TOEFL iBT of 72, an IELTS of 6.0 or a Duolingo of 105. There is no application fee and applications are accepted at any time, though the university advises scheduling the visa appointment at least a month before the semester starts.
Consideration is linked to admission. Confirm the applicable admission deadline and any scholarship requirements with the university.