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Discover you.
Define what’s next.

At Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, you don’t just earn a degree — you discover who you are and who you’re becoming. For over 112 years, we’ve been a vibrant community that welcomes students of all ages, backgrounds, and goals. Inspired by the values of Saint John Baptist de La Salle, we’re committed to meeting you where you are — and helping you go wherever you’re called to be.

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3,350+

undergraduate and graduate students

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18:1

Student-faculty ratio

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80+

academic programs

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58,000+

in our Cardinal network

Your learning, your location.

Our mission

At Saint Mary’s, our mission is more than words — it’s the foundation of everything we do. Rooted in Lasallian Catholic values, we foster a community grounded in respect, service, and a shared commitment to learning with purpose and leading with heart.

Presidents, visionaries, inspiring leaders

The Very Rev. James P. Burns, IVD, Ph.D., has served as president of Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota since 2018. Burns’ leadership is focused on delivering quality education founded in the university’s Lasallian Catholic mission, which calls for a practical education rooted in character formation and a deep grounding in liberal arts.

See yourself at Saint Mary's.

Our stories. Your journey.

Schroeder plans to support those with addictions and their families

Kim Schroeder admits she was nervous about going back to school to complete her bachelor’s degree. “I hadn’t taken a... Read More

Brother Frank keeps the Lasallian spirit flowing at Saint Mary’s

If Brother Francis “Frank” Carr, FSC B'66 looks familiar, it could be because of his growing social media presence. He... Read More