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Education for the Whole of Life

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The Mary Difference

Undergraduate Programs

to discover your purpose.

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Graduate Programs

to keep you moving forward.

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Online & Evening Programs

to advance on your terms.

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Get Ahead in the Summer

Graduate faster with less cost and less debt in our Year-Round Campus program.

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Study in Rome

Spend a semester or summer in the “Eternal City” at the University of Mary’s Rome Campus for the same tuition, room, and board as the main campus.

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#1 Nursing Program in the Nation

Prepare to pass the NCLEX-RN licensure exam at the nation’s number one ranked nursing program.

We’re Here For You

At the University of Mary, we will help you combine your experiences and passions with a degree program that positions you to succeed professionally and personally. With our small class sizes, competitive scholarships, and student support, you will have all the resources you need to be successful at Mary.

Quality Education You Can Afford

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The University of Mary offers you so much more than you realize. No dollar amount can compare to what the university has to offer, but even if it did, the University of Mary is extremely affordable.”

The U.S. Department of Education reports that, on average, Mary students pay less and graduate with less debt than students at some of the nation’s most notable public and private universities.

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Professors You Can Count On

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Mary's faculty members are all about helping students not only excel in academia, but also become virtuous individuals that will thrive outside of the classroom. The faculty are always willing to help students and never make a student feel embarrassed if they do not understand concepts.”

At Mary, small class sizes make it easy to get to know your professors. They will be your mentors, guides, and biggest supporters.

Faculty Mentorship

Preparation for Your Career Success

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Being able to gain real-life experience, like at the NCAA Final Four, offers us great opportunities to gain knowledge in the field that we are studying. I am so blessed to be a part of such a great program with a teaching staff that cares so much about our futures.”

With our professionally focused programs, internship opportunities, and dedicated advisors,  you’ll graduate with the skills you need to be a leader in your field.

Career Preparation
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A Community of Faith in Pursuit of Truth

Grounded in faith and service to others, Mary offers you a unique experience to explore some of life’s biggest questions.

Faith & Service At Mary

Our Promise: You’ll Never Be Bored.

Our vibrant campus gives you opportunities to grow — and have fun — outside the classroom. And our location just south of Bismarck gives you the best of both worlds: a city packed with things to do, surrounded by the great outdoors.

Check Out Our Beautiful Campus

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Day of Service – a student-driven initiative – is a time when all students, faculty, and staff come together to volunteer, promote community, and foster servant leadership.

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NCAA Athletics at Mary

Mary offers some of the best competition in college sports, with athletes who pursue greatness through virtue.

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