Everglades University

St. Mary's University, founded in 1852 by Marianist (Society of Mary) brothers and priests, is the first institution of higher learning in San Antonio and the oldest Catholic university in Texas and the Southwest. Personal attention and powerful academic programs have made St. Mary's a nationally recognized liberal arts institution. With a diverse student population of about 4,000 from all faiths and backgrounds, St. Mary's offers undergraduate, graduate and law degrees, as well as certificate and pre-professional programs.

Everglades University is a higher education institution focused on personal attention and powerful academic programs, offering undergraduate, graduate and law degrees, along with certificate and pre-professional programs. The university’s academic foundation traces back to its founding in 1852 by Marianist (Society of Mary) brothers and priests, and it has grown into a nationally recognized liberal arts institution. Serving a diverse student population of about 4,000 students from all faiths and backgrounds, Everglades University supports learners seeking rigorous academics and an engaged campus experience. For students in Riverside, California and the surrounding area, Everglades University provides multiple pathways through degree programs and flexible certificate options designed to support different academic and career goals.