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University of Saint Mary

University of Saint Mary

Leavenworth, KS · Town · 925 students
Website Scorecard
$22,519
Average net priceYour net price
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
46%
Graduation rate
52% typical
$59,483
Earnings 10 years on
$51,562 typical
87%
Acceptance rate
81% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

The University of Saint Mary is a private Catholic institution in Leavenworth, Kansas, best known for its values-centered academic environment rooted in the traditions of the Sisters of Charity. The university features exceptionally strong programs in the health sciences—most notably nursing, occupational therapy, and a standout Doctor of Physical Therapy degree—alongside respected majors in education and business. Campus life revolves around a close-knit, faith-inspired community where students benefit from personalized attention, energetic NAIA athletics, and a strong emphasis on community service. USM uniquely combines state-of-the-art clinical simulation facilities with a mission-driven focus on ethical leadership, preparing students for meaningful careers through hands-on, practical learning.

Wikipedia:The University of Saint Mary (USM) is a private Catholic university in Leavenworth, Kansas, United States. It is sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, who established it in 1923 as Saint Mary College. Though it was originally a school for women, the school is now coeducational. The mother house of the order is also on the premises. The university offers 26 bachelor's degree programs and six master's degree programs.

Location
Leavenworth, KS, 66048-5082 · Town campus
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Nearest airport from college
MCI · Kansas City
10 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
These figures are federal data and may be out of date.
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$35,380
Housing & food (on campus)$10,328
Books & supplies$700
Cost of attendance$48,728
Average net price$22,519
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$35,380
Housing & food (on campus)$10,328
Books & supplies$700
Cost of attendance$48,728
Average net price$22,519
Net price by family income
$0–30k
$21,899
$30–48k
$16,474
$48–75k
$17,722
$75–110k
$21,597
$110k+
$26,595
Grants from the school
99% of first-years get a grant from the school, averaging $21,504
Source: College Navigator (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS)
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
46%
Within 4 yrs
38%
Back for yr 2
65%
Transferred
38%
Pell students: 42.1% · others: 51.9% 
8 yrs after starting
43% graduated · 44% transferred · 13% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings
6 yrs after entry$54,827
10 yrs after entry$59,483
Debt
Median at graduation$22,018
Monthly payment$233
Middle 50% owe$6.5k–$25k
90th percentile$31,750
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (medium programs): $51,562 earned 10 yrs after entry.
Admissions
Getting in
Admit rate
87%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1029
R 378–518 · M 428–510
SAT middle 50%: 806–1028
40080012001600
Admitted students
Admit rate: men 86.0% · women 87.6% 
Yield: 20.7% of admitted students enroll 

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Student Body
Gender
Men 55%Women 45%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
11 : 1
Pell grant
38%
First-gen
36%
Family income
$55,329
Independent
27%
Age at entry
23.0
Part-time
11%
Where first-years come from
In state (KS)
46.6%
Out of state
50.5%
International
2.4%

Most out-of-state first-years from: MO 38 · TX 21 · CA 7 · NV 6 · CO 5

Race & ethnicity
White
45%
Hispanic
24%
Black
16%
Asian
2%
Two or more
6%
Non-resident
2%
AI/AN
1%
Unknown
4%
Varsity sports
NAIA Division II
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Bowling
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Other Sports
    Women's · Co-ed
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Swimming
    Men's · Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
  • Wrestling
    Men's · Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs
After 6 yrs
$54,827
After 10 yrs
$59,483
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing62
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness18
Psychology, General17
Biology, General13
Criminology12
Accounting and Related Services8
History7
Computer and Information Sciences, General6
Business Administration, Management and Operations4
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication2
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods2
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other2
Chemistry2
Marketing2
English Language and Literature, General1
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities1
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$22M
Full-time faculty
48%
Faculty salary
$6,758/mo
Teaching spend
$8,885
per student
Federal loans
69%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (medium programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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