University of
Saint Mary has a strong academic
history as a leader in liberal
arts education dating to 1923,
when education and nursing were
the two founding missions of our
school. The university’s concept
of applied liberal arts embraces
the rich history and meaning of
the liberal arts tradition,
while intentionally connecting
learning to the real world in
concrete and practical ways.
The University of Saint Mary is
accredited by the North Central
Association of Colleges and
Schools, CCNE, as well as the
State of Kansas Department of
Education.
The university holds the
following accreditations:
Commission on Collegiate Nursing
Education (CCNE): CCNE at One
Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530,
Washington, DC 20036
Kansas State Department of
Education: 120 SE 10th Avenue,
Topeka, KS 66612-1182
The North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools (NCA): 30
North LaSalle Street, Suite
2400, Chicago, Illinois
60602-2504
Commission on Collegiate Nursing
Education (CCNE) Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in
Nursing program at the
University of Saint Mary is
accredited by the Commission on
Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The nursing program gained
initial accreditation in April
2008 for the maximum period of 5
years. Information related to
this accreditation may be
obtained by contacting CCNE at
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite
530, Washington, DC 20036
University of Saint Mary has a
strong academic history as a
leader in liberal arts education
dating to 1923, when education
and nursing were the two
founding missions of our school.
The university’s concept of
applied liberal arts embraces
the rich history and meaning of
the liberal arts tradition,
while intentionally connecting
learning to the real world in
concrete and practical ways.
The University of Saint Mary is
accredited by the North Central
Association of Colleges and
Schools, CCNE, as well as the
State of Kansas Department of
Education.
Commission on Collegiate Nursing
Education (CCNE) Accreditation
The Bachelor of Science in
Nursing program at the
University of Saint Mary is
accredited by the Commission on
Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The nursing program gained
initial accreditation in April
2008 for the maximum period of 5
years. Information related to
this accreditation may be
obtained by contacting CCNE at
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite
530, Washington, DC 20036
Nursing - RN to BSN
(Bachelor's)
The completely online RN to BSN
program at University of Saint
Mary was designed with busy
licensed RNs in mind who want to
realize their professional
potential while maintaining that
delicate balance between work
and lifestyle.
Designed for Working Registered
Nurses
• Graduate in as little as 18
months
• No clinical hours — Replaced
by project-based mentoring
experiences
• 100% online — Attend classes
anytime, anywhere
• 98% of our students receive
some form of financial aid
With ever-increasing job
requirements and opportunities
for promotion, registered nurses
are enhancing their credentials
and growing their careers. In
fact, the number of BSN degrees
awarded between 2004 and 2006
has increased by over 30 percent
according to the National Center
for Education Statistics.
Your career can grow only to the
extent you do, and University of
Saint Mary offers the ideal path
to continued advancement with
our convenient, 100 percent
online Bachelor of Science in
Nursing program. With no
on-campus visits to attend, you
can earn your degree from the
comfort of your home in as
little as 18 months. Our
affordable RN to BSN program is
designed for licensed RN’s who
want to realize their
professional potential while
maintaining that delicate
balance between work and
lifestyle.
Learning From Experience
Led by healthcare professionals
with a wealth of expertise in
nursing education, online
learning, and clinical practice,
this program will provide you
the knowledge and skills you
need to advance your career.
Courses are designed and taught
by respected healthcare
professionals, with a strong
emphasis on presenting the
latest concepts and methods
crucial to your success.
Educating the Whole Person
You’ll see many differences at
University of Saint Mary,
beginning with how we see you.
Tremendous importance is placed
upon fostering a sense of
community, and our teaching
philosophy strives to “educate
the whole person – mind, body,
and spirit.” Individualized
attention from accomplished
nursing experts who genuinely
care about their students
creates an interactive learning
environment that provides you
with the education and
leadership qualifications
necessary to advance your
career.
Prescription for Success
The RN to BSN program holds
accreditation by the Commission
on Collegiate Nursing Education
(CCNE)* and offers a holistic
approach to learning and a
time-honored reputation for
excellence has earned the
university enviable recognition.
The Princeton Review has named
University of Saint Mary “Best
Midwestern College” for the past
three years and one of
“America’s Best Value Colleges”
for the past two years.
*The nursing program gained
initial accreditation in April
2008 for the maximum period of 5
years. Information related to
this accreditation may be
obtained by contacting CCNE at
One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite
530, Washington, DC 20036,
Teaching
(Master's)
University of Saint Mary (USM)
offers a completely online MAT
program—with an emphasis on
curriculum and instruction—which
is recognized by several
prominent accrediting bodies.
This program has been created to
provide you with the tools
necessary to be successful in
your classroom while maintaining
balance in your demanding
lifestyle.
Designed with Busy Educators in
Mind
• Graduate in as little as 18
Months
• 100% Online—attend classes
anytime, anywhere
• No GRE requirements
• 98% of our students receive
some form of financial aid
With new job requirements and
the need for instructional
enrichment, teachers are
enhancing their credentials and
investing in their careers and
classrooms. We've done the math:
the National Center for
Education Statistics reports the
number of graduate degrees
awarded in the past three years
has increased by more than 18
percent. In addition, educators
with a master's degree earn, on
average, a 26 percent higher
salary than those with
bachelor's degrees, according to
the National Education
Association.
Your impact as a teacher
multiplies exponentially through
furthering your own education,
and University of Saint Mary
offers the ideal path to
continued advancement with our
convenient, 100 percent online
Master of Arts in Teaching with
an emphasis on curriculum and
instruction. With no mandatory
on-campus visits, you can earn
your degree from the comfort of
your home in as little as 18
months. Our affordable,
30-credit hour program is
designed for practicing teachers
who possess a bachelor's degree
from a regionally accredited
institution and have a desire to
realize their professional
potential while maintaining that
delicate balance between work
and lifestyle.
Learning From Experience
Dedicated professors share
instructional models, strategies
and technologies that can be
immediately implemented into
your classroom. University of
Saint Mary empowers graduates to
improve their performance as
teachers through degree work
that focuses on curriculum and
instruction. Courses are
designed and taught by educators
with a strong emphasis on
presenting the latest concepts
and methods crucial to
value-centered learning. To
continue your success after
earning your M.A.T. degree,
University of Saint Mary offers
the Applied Learning Guarantee.
For one year following your
graduation, you will have access
to instructional mentoring and
consultation by university
faculty members who will advise
on the specific application and
implementation of your
coursework into the classroom.
Guiding Principles
You'll see many differences at
University of Saint Mary,
beginning with how we see you.
Tremendous importance is placed
upon fostering a sense of
community, and our teaching
philosophy strives to educate
the whole person - mind, body,
and spirit. Individualized
attention from accomplished
professors who genuinely care
about their students results in
an interactive learning
environment that will provide
you with the qualifications you
want and need.
Making the Grade
University of Saint Mary has a
strong academic history dating
to 1923. Today, the university
holds accreditation by the North
Central Association of Colleges
and Schools* and offers a
holistic approach to learning
and a time-honored reputation
for excellence that has earned
the university enviable
recognition. University of Saint
Mary is accredited by the
National Council for
Accreditation of Teacher
Education (NCATE).** The
Princeton Review has named
University of Saint Mary "Best
Midwestern College" for the past
three years and one of
"America's Best Value Colleges"
for the past two years.
*North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools (NCA), 30
North LaSalle Street, Suite
2400, Chicago, Illinois
60602-2504,
**National Council for
Accreditation of Teacher
Education (NCATE), 2010
Massachusetts Avenue NW, Suite
500, Washington, D.C.