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University of Mary

#4 in Best Value Colleges in North Dakota
  • 4 Year
  • Bismarck, ND
  • 385 reviews
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    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Value
      B+
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      B
    6. Party Scene
      C
    7. Professors
      B-
    8. Location
      B
    9. Dorms
      B
    10. Campus Food
      B
    11. Student Life
      B-
    12. Safety
      B+
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    Mary is an above-average private, Catholic university located in North Dakota. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,794 undergraduate students. Admissions is somewhat competitive as the Mary acceptance rate is 76%. Popular majors include Liberal Arts and Humanities, Nursing, and Business. Graduating 54% of students, Mary alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $44,300.
    About University of Mary...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
    Address
    7500 University Dr
    Bismarck, ND 58504
    Website
    umary.edu

    University of Mary Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    76%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    940-1160
    ACT Range
    21-26
    Application Fee
    $30
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

    Test Prep

    SAT and ACT Prep Options
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $16,929/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $10,409/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Academics

    Professors
    B-
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    14:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    81%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.36 responses
    83%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.47 responses
    64%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.47 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Liberal Arts and Humanities
      64 Graduates
    • Nursing
      60 Graduates
    • Business
      51 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      34 Graduates
    • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
      31 Graduates
    • Athletic Training
      19 Graduates
    • Accounting
      15 Graduates
    • Theological and Ministerial Studies
      15 Graduates
    • Early Childhood Education
      14 Graduates
    • Biology
      13 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,794Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    443
    Undergrads Over 25
    9%
    Pell Grant
    21%
    Varsity Athletes
    23%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 25 responses
    Report
    • Dedicated
      72%
    • Hard working
      24%
    • Outgoing
      4%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    93%
    Poll
    90%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.31 responses
    Poll
    47%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.45 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 29 responses
    Report
    • Friendly
      31%
    • Awesome
      28%
    • Helpful and Safe
      17%
    • Good
      14%
    • Boring
      7%
    • Home away from home
      3%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $48,000/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    54%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    95%
    National
    83%
    96%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.26 responses
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    University of Mary Reviews

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    The University of Mary prioritizes the formation of the whole person through friendships among faculty and students, challenging academics, and a rich spiritual life. One of my favorite parts about my time as a student was getting to know my professors. They were radically available to their students and took time to get to know me. The administration, faculty, and staff love the students and serve the academic, spiritual, and personal needs of those students. I am so grateful for my education at the University of Mary!
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    I have completed two years here at the University of Mary and overall, my experience has been amazing. They have wonderful professors who not only truly care about you, but are also some of the most intelligent people in their fields of study. The friends I have made here have impacted my life many times over what I expected when I first applied. I just finished one of their study abroad programs and it also far exceeded my expectations, but the college showed consistency with the amazing professors and the thought and care put forth in the academic program there. Really the only thing that I can complain about is that the college is growing almost faster than the campus can keep up.
    University of Mary is an amazing school! The faculty are more than willing to accommodate to people's needs. The facilities are very nice and well-kept. The university sits on top of a hill giving a great view of the valley, city, and Missouri River.