Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the University of Mary is a private, Christian, Catholic, Benedictine university located on the bluffs overlooking the beautiful Missouri River in Bismarck, ND. As one of the most affordable private universities in the nation, Mary offers exceptional educational value as well as outstanding scholarship and financial aid opportunities. Whether you are an undergraduate pursuing your bachelor’s degree, or a graduate student pursuing your master’s or doctorate, Mary offers values-based, professionally focused academic programs.