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Career OutcomesAzimuth ranks University of Saint Mary #547 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $67,112, placing University of Saint Mary in the 71.1 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks University of Saint Mary #256 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. ---
Azimuth ranks University of Saint Mary #547 for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 63.4 percentile for overall value on Azimuth's composite among nonprofit four-year institutions. A private master's university in Leavenworth, KS, University of Saint Mary enrolls roughly 925 undergraduates. Retention is 65.0% and the six-year graduation rate is 47.8%, reflecting solid completion outcomes for a regional institution. Where University of Saint Mary performs strongest is return on investment. Azimuth ranks University of Saint Mary #256 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions — in the 82.7 percentile for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $67,112, placing University of Saint Mary in the 71.1 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The institution's focus on Health — a field with strong labor-market demand and stable career pathways — anchors these earnings outcomes and aligns with the institution's educational mission. Access and affordability sit lower in the composite. University of Saint Mary sits in the 28.3 percentile for access and the 50.5 percentile for affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. 38.1% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants and 35.7% are first-generation college students, reflecting a student body with meaningful financial need. The institution's mobility outcomes — in the 54.4 percentile — show that graduates move into sustainable careers despite these access constraints, a pattern typical of regional private institutions serving working-class and first-generation populations.
University of Saint Mary's published cost of attendance is $48,728. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $21,899, families in the low-to-mid range pay around $16,474, middle-income families pay about $17,722, families in the mid-to-high range pay approximately $21,597, and higher-income families pay around $26,595. Azimuth ranks University of Saint Mary #706 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. University of Saint Mary's aid structure is need-based, with families applying through the FAFSA and institutional aid forms. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Financial aid savings — the difference between sticker price and net price for the average student — amount to approximately $26,209, reflecting the institution's commitment to closing the gap between published cost and what families actually pay. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $22,018, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $20,026; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the Parent PLUS risk framework for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $67,112, median federal debt of $22,018 projects to a monthly payment of about $249 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
University of Saint Mary is a strong fit for students seeking a private nonprofit university focused on Health programs in KS, particularly those interested in careers with stable regional demand. Graduates earn median 4-year earnings of $67,112, placing University of Saint Mary in the 71.1 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. They earn about $13,125 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing the institution in the 90.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. The university serves a mix of traditional and non-traditional students, with 38.1% of undergraduates receiving Pell Grants and 35.7% identifying as first-generation. This access profile combines with 48.6% Pell graduation rate to support upward mobility. Fit depends on two realistic filters: the 86.6% admit rate reflects selective admissions, and the program mix favors Health fields that account for 11% of degrees. Students aligned with these academic interests will find focused preparation for regional careers.
This school profile was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
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University of Saint Mary's published cost of attendance is $48,728. Financial aid reshapes that figure across income levels: low-income families pay approximately $21,899, families in the low-to-mid range pay around $16,474, middle-income families pay about $17,722, families in the mid-to-high range pay approximately $21,597, and higher-income families pay around $26,595.
Azimuth ranks University of Saint Mary #706 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown.
University of Saint Mary's aid structure is need-based, with families applying through the FAFSA and institutional aid forms. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs.
Financial aid savings — the difference between sticker price and net price for the average student — amount to approximately $26,209, reflecting the institution's commitment to closing the gap between published cost and what families actually pay. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $22,018, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $20,026; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the [Parent PLUS risk framework](/analysis/ou-what-happens-when-parents-borrow-too/) for how household context shapes PLUS decisions.
For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $67,112, median federal debt of $22,018 projects to a monthly payment of about $249 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use [Azimuth's Financial GPS tool](/analysis/financial-gps-framework/).
Graduates of University of Saint Mary earn median 4-year earnings of $67,112, placing University of Saint Mary in the 71.1 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $13,125 more than similar students at comparable institutions, placing University of Saint Mary in the 90.3 percentile for [earnings beyond expectations](/analysis/a-value-added-approach-to-college-outcomes/) among nonprofit four-year institutions.
Azimuth ranks University of Saint Mary #256 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects University of Saint Mary's concentration in health-related fields.
Nursing is the largest program with 54 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $85,587, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Biology, General program graduates 28 students earning median 4-year earnings of $66,649, also tracking at 1.2x the national benchmark.
Psychology, General and Business Administration round out the institution's program portfolio, with Psychology, General graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $44,902 at 0.9x benchmark and Business Administration graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $66,570 at 1.0x benchmark. This program mix — anchored in Health — drives University of Saint Mary's long-term financial outcomes and positions graduates for stable, in-demand career pathways.
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
54 graduates
Biology, General
28 graduates
Business Administration, Management and Operations
15 graduates
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
10 graduates
Psychology, General
16 graduates
University of Saint Mary's program mix is anchored in health professions and nursing — a portfolio shaped by the institution's mission-driven focus on healthcare education and service. Nursing is the largest program with 54 graduates, followed by Biology, General, Kinesiology, Psychology, General, and Business Administration.
Across 10 total programs serving roughly 173 students annually, 0 meet Azimuth's ranking threshold. The earnings pattern reflects the institution's health-professions concentration.
Nursing graduates earn median earnings of $85,587 four years after enrollment, with Biology, General earning $66,649 and Business Administration earning $66,570. Teacher Education graduates earn $46,079, and Psychology, General earn $44,902.
These outcomes reflect the strong labor-market demand for nursing and allied health professionals in Kansas and across the nation. The program portfolio emphasizes direct-to-workforce pathways where graduates enter healthcare careers immediately after completion.
Nursing and health professions are high-mobility fields where four-year earnings reflect actual labor-market outcomes and ongoing wage growth in the healthcare sector. The [supply and demand for college graduates](/analysis/supply-demand-map-college-degrees/) provides context for how University of Saint Mary's dominant program families align with national healthcare workforce demand and long-term career stability.
Peer institutions with comparable quality and outcomes:
| School | State | Accept Rate | Median Earnings | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Davidson College Similar quality tier (#15538 ranked) | NC | 13% | $81,400 | #15538 | Compare |
Nebraska Methodist College Of Nursing & Allied Health Similar quality tier in Midwest (#15532 ranked) | NE | 73% | $65,071 | #15532 | Compare |
Wilberforce University Similar quality tier in Midwest (#15557 ranked) | OH | 41% | $38,298 | #15557 | Compare |
Utica University Similar quality tier (#15564 ranked) | NY | 92% | $63,277 | #15564 | Compare |
Benedictine University Similar quality tier in Midwest (#15505 ranked) | IL | 95% | $63,446 | #15505 | Compare |
