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About University of Saint Mary

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University of Saint Mary is a private university in Leavenworth, KS, known for its catholic liberal arts, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 82%, U of Saint Mary is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 197 students each year. U of Saint Mary is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 935–1066, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. U of Saint Mary offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $22,153 per year; the sticker price of $44,745 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Saint Mary acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

82%
Overall Accept Rate
1001
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 935 – 1066 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Saint Mary

Essay Strategy
University of Saint Mary has a strong Catholic liberal arts identity, so use your essays to show how your values and goals connect to a mission-driven education, even if you are not Catholic yourself.
Demonstrated Interest
USM is a small campus community in Leavenworth and admissions staff genuinely notice when students engage directly, so visit campus or attend a virtual info session and follow up with your admissions counselor by name.

Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Saint Mary actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceAvg. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$45k/yr$21.9k
30k-48k~$45k/yr$16.5k
48k-75k~$45k/yr$17.7k
75k-110k~$45k/yr$21.6k
110k+~$45k/yr$26.6k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

44%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$55k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
811
Undergrad Enrollment

Student Body

Student body composition

Race & Ethnicity

45%White
24%Hispanic
16%Black / African American
6%Two or More Races
4%Unknown / Unreported
2%International
2%Asian
1%American Indian / AK Native
Gender55% Men · 45% Women
Citizenship / Immigration Status98% Citizens and Immigrants · 2% International
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