The University of Saint Mary is a four-year Catholic liberal arts university founded by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth in 1923. We are known for our personalized approach to learning with dedicated faculty and staff who care about our students success in the classroom and in life. Since 1923, Saint Mary has been a leader in liberal arts education. Today, USM is well known and routinely recognized for its dedication to academic excellence. You’ll thrive here. You’ll be challenged to develop as a whole person, be competitive, and be a true part of a larger community.