All schools
PrivateTown

University of Saint Mary

University of St. Mary

Leavenworth, Kansas 66048-5082

Visit website

Campus Vibe

Health sciencesTight-knitCollege town

Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

University of Saint Mary is a private institution in Leavenworth with particular strength in health sciences and psychology. With an average SAT of 1047, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 889 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

44% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,483 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,335.

Established
1923
Motto
Virtus Et Scientia
Mascot
Spiro the Dragon
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of

Campus Visits

33 upcoming visits · Next: Mon, Apr 13 · Campus Tour
90%Acceptance
1047SAT Avg
889Students
12:1Student:Faculty
44%Grad Rate
$59,483Earnings 10yr
$23,335Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Saint Mary Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate89.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1047

Reading & Writing
448560
Math
478533

ACT Score Range

Composite
1824

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

89.8%

Trend

SAT Avg

1047

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,890
Room & Board$10,032
Books & Supplies$2,550
Total Cost of Attendance$45,313
Average Net Price$23,335
Median Debt at Graduation$22,018
Monthly Payment (10yr)$233

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$24,278
$30–48K$19,319
$48–75K$22,716
$75–110K$22,476
$110K+$24,862

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$23,335

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

2600.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,817

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

5

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Programs (52)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
889
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
37%

Race & Ethnicity

White 48%
Black 14%
Hispanic 20%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate44.1%
Freshman Retention64.3%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$54,827
8 Years$55,149
10 Years$59,483

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$37,800
Men
$48,300

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
Forbes
#52

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

89Low

Estimated from KS state average

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 30"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Kansas Citypop. 500K
22 mi(38 min)
St. Louispop. 290K
257 mi(445 min)
Minneapolispop. 430K
403 mi(699 min)

Getting There

Visit Planning

Deadline Calendar

University of Saint Mary Application Checklist

Decision Notifications