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University of Mary, also referred to as U-Mary or U of M, is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, United States. The Benedictine Sisters of Annunciation Monastery founded this university in the year 1955. It was originally known as Mary College and achieved university status in the year 1986. Degree programs are offered to students in various areas of study including education, business, nursing, physical therapy, and occupational therapy.
The athletics teams of U-Mary are nicknamed the Marauders. The men's teams participate in baseball, football, cross country, track and field, golf, soccer, basketball, tennis, and wrestling. The women's teams compete in basketball, tennis, soccer, volleyball, softball, cross country, track and field, and golf.
University Of Mary is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Bismarck, ND. The school is officially a Roman Catholic school. University Of Mary is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at the school top out at the Doctoral degree.
Students at University Of Mary often study business and management.
The admissions department at the school does not accept all those who apply.
University Of Mary offers classes to 2,786 students (2,717 full-time equivalent).
Many students live in housing on or near campus. University Of Mary does offer meal plans to students. Students sports include formal participation in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference competitions.
More complete details are provided below.
University Of Mary
7500 University Dr
Bismarck, ND 58504
General Phone: (701) 255-7500
http://www.umary.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 484 | business management, management science, accounting, business communications, MIS, operations management |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 114 | registered nursing, nursing administration, nurse practitioner, various nursing |
| Education and Teaching | 71 | elementary school teaching, history teaching, English teaching, math teaching, music teaching, secondary school administration, elementary/middle school admin, education of learning disabled, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 58 | general studies, social services, English |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 38 | occupational therapy, athletic trainer, exercise science, sports and fitness management |
| Therapy and Counseling | 37 | physical therapy, psychology, substance abuse counseling |
| Medical Support and Technology | 26 | radiation therapist, respiratory care tech, clinical lab tech |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 17 | information science, computer and info science |
| Science | 15 | biology |
| Medical Administration | 15 | health care administration |
| Family and Social Work | 12 | social work |
| Media | 11 | mass communication, public relations |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 6 | criminal justice and safety |
| Mathematics | 6 | mathematics |
| Religion and Philosophy | 4 | theology, religion |
| Music | 1 | music performance |
| Engineering | 1 | engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for University Of Mary in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 540 | 39 |
| Master's degree | 351 | 19 |
| Doctor's degree - professional practice | 25 | 1 |
| Associate's degree | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, University Of Mary had a total enrollment of 2,786 students (2,717 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 41% |
| Women | 59% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 66% |
| Graduate | 34% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 87% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 5% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 13% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| North Dakota | 57% |
| South Dakota | 12% |
| Montana | 8% |
| Minnesota | 6% |
| California | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| Texas | 3% |
| Nevada | 2% |
| Wyoming | 2% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
University Of Mary offers campus housing for 791 of its 2,717 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Bismarck, North Dakota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other North Dakota Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,020 | 830 | 81% | 385 | 46% |
| Men | 463 | 361 | 78% | 157 | 43% |
| Women | 557 | 469 | 84% | 228 | 49% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 11% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 90% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 12,190 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,190 |
| Room and board | $ 4,820 |
| Room charge | $ 2,200 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,620 |
| Books and supplies | $ 900 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,000 |
Financial Aid:
University Of Mary participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 299200)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 7 | $63,121 | 4 | $57,313 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 17 | $52,428 | 21 | $53,017 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 14 | $45,224 | 21 | $45,002 |
| Instructor | academic year | 5 | $40,574 | 9 | $38,472 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 43 | $50,445 | 55 | $47,889 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Basketball | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
| Track | Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 33 | 33 | 66 |
| Track | 16 | 14 | 30 |
| Basketball | 1 | 3 | 4 |
| Football | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| Baseball | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| All Other Sports | 9 | 16 | 25 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Corporate Communications
Management Information Systems, General
Management Science, General
Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Emotional Disturbances
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Mental Retardation
Educational, Instructional, and Curriculum Supervision
Elementary Education and Teaching
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Secondary School Administration/Principalship
Social Science Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, Other
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Levels & Methods, Other
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Social Work
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD)
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Religion/Religious Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets University Of Mary Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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