1936
Yankton, SD

About Mount Marty University

Mount Marty University is a Catholic liberal arts institution. It offers a range of degrees for over 30 fields. The school’s faith-based community prepares students for work, service to their communities, and personal growth. It blends liberal arts values with career-readiness, creating lifelong learners who can adapt and succeed in a changing world. 

Mount Marty has a student population of ~1,100 of all faiths. At this size, class sizes are small and instruction is personalized. As a result, it boasts a very high job placement rate within six months of graduation.

Accreditation & Licensing

Mount Marty University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Type:

4-year, Private not-for-profit

Highest Level Offered:

Doctor's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Roman Catholic

Enrollment:

Undergraduate: 1,425 ; Graduate: 292

Percent of Fully Online Students:

Undergraduate: 2% ; Graduate: 16%

Graduation Rate:

61%

Transfer Rate:

28%

Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:

$48,179

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$26,396

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

57%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$19,435

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes

Geographic and Educational Overview

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Mount Marty University is located in South Dakota

South Dakota at a Glance:

State flag of SD
Pierre
886,667
77,116 sq mi
6
8
4
$8,900.00

Top Majors in South Dakota:

Top Incentives in South Dakota:

Top Career Pathways in South Dakota:

Agribusiness Management
  • Entry Level: Farm Manager ($45,000)
  • Mid Level: Agricultural Director ($75,000)
  • Senior Level: Operations Executive ($120,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Agricultural Business
  • Certifications: CCA, CPAg
* Data is approximate and may be AI-enhanced

Online Programs offered by Mount Marty University

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Nursing

Master of Science in Nursing / Family Nurse Practitioner
Master of Science in Nursing / Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner