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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Bismarck, ND

University of Mary

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in ND. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$21,468

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

78.3%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

66.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$60,909

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Mary is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Bismarck, ND. With a competitive tuition profile of $21,468, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 66.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$85,872

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

2.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$30,909

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$223,218

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$532,308

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Mary is $24,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
58.6%
41.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
79.5%
Unknown
9.0%
International
2.9%
Two or more
2.5%
Black
2.3%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1.7%
Asian
1.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.5%
Hispanic
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$21,468

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,673
$30k - $48k$14,987
$48k - $75k$14,553
$75k+$18,714

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$24,000
Pell Grant Recipients17.8%
Using Federal Loans45.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment75.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

82.7%

Success

66.0%

In-State Cost

$21,468

Age 25+ Students

12.3%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

766 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Bismarck (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Bismarck (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Bismarck

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$764

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$848

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$955

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Bismarck metropolitan area.