The University of Saint Mary (USM) in Kansas is a private, not-for-profit Catholic university. Founded in 1923 by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, it offers undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on liberal arts and professional education.
As a private institution, USM relies on tuition, donations, and endowments rather than state funding. It maintains a small student-to-faculty ratio, emphasizing personalized education rooted in its Catholic values. The university is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
