Centennial Celebration
Join the Centennial Celebration
January-December 2023
Since 1923, Saint Mary has embodied the pioneering and ambitious spirit of our founders – the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. A century later, we are proud to honor our storied past and pave the way for a bright future.
Join us throughout 2023 for a series of events 100 years in the making!
If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information about these events, contact University Advancement at alumni@stmary.edu or 913-758-4328.
SpireFest
April 22, 2023
Join Saint Mary alumni and friends for an inspirational evening to support student scholarships. Plus, take time to thank or remember your favorite Sisters as the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth receive the Saint Marian of the Year award.
Alumni Reunion
June 9-11, 2023
It will be an extra special year as we celebrate 100 years of Saint Mary education and unveil the history wall.
Centennial Festival
October 14, 2023
Return to campus for football, a fall festival, and the Grotto Blessing.
Founders’ Day Celebration
November 11, 2023
Vespers Concert
December 3, 2023
USM Today
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Location Main Campus: Leavenworth, Kan.
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Evening and Graduate: Overland Park, Kan.
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Total Enrollment: 1,280
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Student-Faculty Ratio: 11:1
Demographics
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Female: 55%
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Male: 45%
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Catholic: 20%
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Minority: 38%
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First-generation: 33%
Academic Offerings
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Undergraduate Programs: 30+
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Master's Programs: 11
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Doctoral Programs: 3
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Top majors: Biology, Nursing, Psychology
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Newest major: Bachelor of Social Work
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Newest graduate programs: Master of Social Work
Scholarships
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99% of students receive financial aid of some kind
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$8 million awarded in scholarships annually
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Up to $64,000 over four years for qualified incoming freshmen
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Up to $15,000 annually for qualified transfer students
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Up to $10,000 in departmental awards over four years
Quick History
1858 — The Sisters of Charity arrive in Leavenworth
1870-92 — Opening of Saint Mary and Mead Halls
1923 — Saint Mary Junior College opens
1930 — Junior College becomes Saint Mary College; Berchmans Hall opens
1960s — Maria, Miege, and Saint Joseph Dining Halls built
1988 — Saint Mary College goes co-ed
1990 — Saint Mary offers degree-completion and graduate programs in Overland Park
2003 — Saint Mary College becomes the University of Saint Mary
2004 — Launches on-campus BSN program
2009 — Introduces special partnership with Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences (KCUMB) allowing gifted students to matriculate into medical school (without the MCAT) following the completion of their junior year
2012 — Matriculates first class of Stefani Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) students
2015 — DPT program receives notice of accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)
2016 — Accepts first class of undergraduate Exercise Science majors; admits first class of Master of Science in Athletic Training students; and receives notice of acceptance from nursing’s premiere honor society, Sigma Theta Tau International
2018 — MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner track welcomes its first class of students
2019 — Division of Nursing opens a new simulation lab in neighboring Saint John Hospital
2020 — Launches doctorates in Education and Occupational Therapy
2021 — Launches Bachelor of Social Work program and opens Human Anatomy Lab in Berchmans Hall
2022 — Accepts first class of Master of Social Work students