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University of Mary

University of Mary

Bismarck, ND · Rural · 2,416 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Rural
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

The University of Mary is a private Benedictine Catholic institution renowned for its standout programs in the health sciences—most notably nursing, physical therapy, and occupational therapy—alongside strong offerings in business and education. A major distinctive is its innovative Year-Round Campus option, which enables students to fast-track their education to earn a bachelor’s degree in 2.6 years or a master's in four, complemented by study abroad opportunities at its satellite campus in Rome. Campus culture is deeply rooted in faith, hospitality, and service, fostering a close-knit community complete with vibrant ministry programs, NCAA Division II athletics, and scenic blufftop views overlooking the Missouri River Valley.


Wikipedia:The University of Mary is a private Benedictine university near Bismarck, North Dakota. It was established in 1959 as Mary College.

Location
Bismarck, ND, 58504 · Rural campus
Nearest airport from college
MSP · Minneapolis
384 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$33,672
Avg net price
$17,770
Room & board
$9,276
Tuition
$22,356
Books & supplies
$1,222/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$11,593
$30–48k
$12,282
$48–75k
$13,087
$75–110k
$16,001
$110k+
$20,063
Admissions
Admit rate
75%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1159
Reading 580680
Math 530660
SAT range (25th–75th percentile)
40080012001600

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Essay Requirements

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
67%
4-yr on-time completion
57%
1st-yr retention
84%
Transfer-out rate
20%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
64%
Transferred
22%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
13%
Median earnings (6yr)
$50,191
Median earnings (10yr)
$60,909
Median debt
$24,000
Monthly loan payment
$254
Debt range (25th–75th)
$6,500$25,196
Debt (90th percentile)
$31,000
Student Body
Men 40%Women 60%
14
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
21%
First-generation
18%
Median family income
$77,856
Independent students
23%
Avg age at entry
22.0
Part-time students
13%
Race & ethnicity
White
79%
Black
3%
Asian
2%
Two or more
3%
Non-resident
3%
AI/AN
2%
Unknown
9%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$50,191
10 years after entry
$60,909
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing71
Business Administration, Management and Operations51
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions34
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness30
Psychology, General30
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities27
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences27
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas24
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods23
Biology, General19
Criminal Justice and Corrections19
Marketing17
Communication and Media Studies15
Philosophy15
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services13
Mechanical Engineering10
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Institutional
Endowment
$75M
Classification
Doctoral/Professional
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions
Full-time faculty
62%
Avg faculty salary
$8,186/mo
Instructional spend/student
$8,897
Federal loan rate
44%

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