The University of Mary exists to serve the religious, academic, and cultural needs of the people in this region and beyond. It takes its tone from the commitment of the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery. These Sisters founded the university in 1959 and continue to sponsor it today. It is Christian, it is Catholic, and it is Benedictine. The University of Mary has been educating students for the whole of life since our founding in 1959. Because of our commitment to education in the Catholic Benedictine tradition, Mary graduates live fully, live well, and thrive — as professional leaders in their fields and as servant leaders in their communities. We offer nearly 60 undergraduate majors and a range of master’s and doctoral degrees, including online offerings — at a lower cost than many of the nation’s most notable universities. Our small class sizes and faculty mentorship translates to successful alumni: 93% of Mary graduates are working or pursuing additional education six months after receiving their degrees.