Saint Mary's University of Minnesota fields 2 hockey programs in Winona, MN — ACHA Division II and NCAA Division III. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 51 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.
The pipeline leans heavily on junior hockey experience — 61% of players arrived from Tier I, II, or III junior programs. That rate is well above average and suggests a coaching staff that actively targets players coming through competitive junior hockey rather than going straight from high school.
Over 61% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.
With a 92.8% acceptance rate, the academic bar is accessible for most student-athletes who want to play college hockey without sacrificing program quality.
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Rankings by Major
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Where Do Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Hockey Players Come From?
51 players · 12 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
Minnesota leads the pipeline with 25 players (49%), but the international component is notable: 3 players from Sweden, Canada, Finland give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before Saint Mary's University of Minnesota?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
31 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
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Winona, MN · 1 minute from campus
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Is Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Hockey a Fit for You?
For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is accessible — with a 92.8% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division II and NCAA Division III) and 51 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.