The University of Saint Mary is a small private Catholic university in Leavenworth, Kansas, near Kansas City. It is best known for nursing, business, education, psychology and sport management, with small classes and a supportive community. Choose it for a personal, affordable degree close to Kansas City.
Leavenworth, Kansas, United States
Official website: stmary.edu
1923 by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth
Higher Learning Commission
Around 1,000 students
$16,000 – $32,000
International students, before scholarships
$10,000 – $13,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on stmary.edu before you apply.
MBA
Masters DegreeDuration
18 Months
Intake
Aug, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 71
BS Nursing
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
BS Business Administration
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 71
BS Sport Management
Bachelors DegreeDuration
48 Months
Intake
Aug, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 71
Small classes and personal support.
Nursing with clinical placements in the Kansas City area.
Athletics popular with international student athletes.
Graduates work in nursing, business, education and sport around Kansas City.
Nursing graduates enter hospitals across Kansas and Missouri.
Business alumni move into management roles in the region.
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Postgrad
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The campus sits on the south side of Leavenworth with residence halls, a library and sports facilities close together.
Leavenworth is a historic river town with very low rent, and Kansas City is about 40 minutes away.
Form I-20 issued by Saint Mary
Proof of funds for one academic year
SEVIS I-901 fee payment receipt
Completed DS-160 online application
US embassy or consulate interview
Passport valid six months beyond stay
Saint Mary reviews applications on a rolling basis. International applicants should apply by 1 June 2027 for fall and by 1 November 2026 for spring.
The MBA, business administration and sport management start in fall and spring. Nursing starts in the fall.
You need an F-1 student visa. The university issues your Form I-20 after you accept the offer and submit proof of funding. Then pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 and attend a visa interview.
The MBA, nursing, business administration and sport management are popular. Entry is based on grades with IELTS 6.0-6.5.
Yes. Saint Mary offers academic and athletic scholarships to international students. Check the financial aid pages for current amounts.
