Saint Mary’s new initiative gives back to Catholic educators and their families
Colin Blake had decided to attend Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota before he ever heard about Saint Mary’s Catholic Educator... Read More
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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.
3,350+
undergraduate and graduate students
18:1
Student-faculty ratio
80+
academic programs
58,000+
in our Cardinal network
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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.
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Saint Mary’s Athletics launches “Game Plan for Life” to support student-athletes in transition to post-college success
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota's Athletic Department is proud to announce the launch of Game Plan for Life, a new... Read More
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota surpasses historic $125 million comprehensive campaign goal
WINONA, Minn. — On Thursday, May 1, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota celebrated its most ambitious fundraising effort to date,... Read More