1959
Bismarck, ND

School Details

The University of Mary is a private, Catholic, Benedictine university that welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds. Infusing Benedictine values throughout the educational experience, Mary offers distinguished, professionally-focused academic programs. These programs are enlivened by the liberal arts, global and civic service, robust internships, and mentoring by respected faculty. The university takes its tone from the commitment of the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery to heal, teach, and serve others. These Sisters founded the University in 1959 and continue to sponsor it today.

The University of Mary offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees from the following schools:

  • Gary Tharaldson School of Business
  • Liffrig Family School of Education & Behavioral Sciences
  • School of Arts & Sciences
  • Hamm School of Engineering
  • Saint Gianna School of Health Sciences

Mary offers a wide variety of undergraduate and graduate evening and online degree programs, as well as blended programs that combine on-site and online classes. There are more than 50 online and evening programs, all of which share the distinction of being a faith-based education rooted in Benedictine values. Mary online degrees are designed to help busy adults achieve their goals. Earn a degree where, when, and how it works best for you.

Accreditation & Licensing

University of Mary is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

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Art & Liberal Arts

Bachelor in University Studies

Business

Bachelor of Science in Accounting Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Bachelor of Science in Business Management Bachelor of Science in Marketing Doctorate of Business Administration Master of Business Administration / Business Operations Master of Business Administration / Catholic Philanthropy Master of Business Administration / Healthcare Master of Business Administration / Human Resource Management Master of Business Administration / Project Management Master of Business Administration / Public Administration Master of Business Administration / Virtuous Leadership Master of Organizational Leadership Master of Project Management

Computer Science & IT

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Management

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice

Education

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership & Administration Graduate Certificate for Catholic Educators Master of Education in Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment Master of Education in Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment / Licensure (Secondary) Master of Education in Physical Education & Athletic Administration Master of Education in Reading Master of Education in School Administration (K-12) Master of Education in Special Education Leadership Master of Education in Special Education Strategist Master of Education in Teacher Leadership

Healthcare

Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy Master of Science in Bioethics Master of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology Master of Science in Kinesiology

Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN) Master of Science in Nursing / Nurse Educator Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing & Healthcare Informatics Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Leadership & Management (RN to MSN)