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University of Mary

Bismarck, North Dakota

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Overview

Enrollment

3,652
University of Mary overview
Location Bismarck, North Dakota
Online umary.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Rural Fringe
Religious Affiliation Roman Catholic
University of Mary overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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The University of Mary occupies a hilltop campus overlooking the Missouri River in Bismarck, North Dakota's capital city. Founded in 1959 by the Benedictine Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the private Catholic university operates from a main campus that features modern academic buildings and residential facilities integrated with the natural prairie landscape. The institution maintains a strong focus on healthcare-related programs, including nursing, occupational therapy, and physical therapy, while also offering degrees in business, education, and engineering. Students can choose from traditional undergraduate programs, accelerated adult learning tracks, and several graduate programs, with most undergraduates residing in on-campus housing. The University of Mary competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Marauders, participating in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

7/10

Academics

4/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

7/10

Value

Umary is rated within the top 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Challenging
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SAT 1096/1320
ACT 21/27
Estimated GPA 3.37

Applications Accepted

81.4% 
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Applications Due Sep 30, 2024
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $30

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$18,710
Costs for University of Mary
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,068
Other Fees$2,352
Room and Board $8,220
Budget for Other Expenses$2,998
Total One Year Cost$33,348

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$51,900 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

52% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by University of Mary students
Subject Percent of Class
Business 41%
Health Professions 18%
Education 9%
Biology 7%
Liberal Arts and Humanities 6%

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Last updated February 24, 2024