Military and Veteran Support at Mary

Earn a degree that helps you further your life of service.

You understand the importance of living a life in service to your country. Now it’s time that we care for you and your family.

Programs at the University of Mary build on your life experience with dedicated faculty committed to your success. With online, in-person, or blended program options, plus locations in Bismarck, Fargo, Watford City, Grand Forks Air Force Base, and Williston, Mary is North Dakota’s proven leader in delivering support, value, and affordability in adult education that helps you advance your career.

Our experienced, dedicated Military Services team will work closely with you as you navigate the unique challenges that military students face—because they’ve been where you are right now.

I encountered many obstacles as an adult learner and soldier while trying to achieve my lifelong goal of becoming a Registered Nurse. The faculty and staff at The University of Mary were critical in helping me to maintain motivation and focus even when the deck of cards was stacked against me.”

Joel Arriolacolmenares

Class of ’23

MILITARY SERVICES AT MARY

Dedicated Military Services Office

The University of Mary’s Military Services Office, led by retired Brigadier General Dave Anderson and staffed by a veteran and military spouse, is dedicated to your success. We offer personalized guidance and support to help active service members, veterans, and members of military families navigate and maximize their education benefits.

Personalized College Financing Options

Beyond our standard military education benefits, we offer a full range of scholarship options for both undergraduate and graduate students. Additional financial information can be found at the NCES College Navigator site by entering “University of Mary” in the box labeled “Name of School.” Call or email us to find out more!

Flexibility and Time to Completion

We offer customizable programs for military students whose assignments and duties make a flexible course schedule absolutely necessary. We can accommodate deployments, tours of duty, training exercises, state active duty assignments, and transfers between duty stations.

Military Experience and Earned College Credits Count!

We will help you apply valid transfer credits toward your degree and earn credit for military training and experience, as well as general career and life experience. We're eager to place you on the most efficient path to degree completion and lifelong success. Contact us today to see how your experience could count for college credit at the University of Mary! (Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Marine Corps members can access their Joint Services Transcript—Air Force members should contact CCAF.)

HIGHLIGHTED PROGRAMS TO EXPLORE

Business Administration

Every organization needs professionals who can keep the business side of things running smoothly. Our business administration bachelor’s degree prepares you to apply critical thinking and best business practices to the day-to-day and big-picture tasks of meeting business objectives. Position yourself for a successful business career.

Cybersecurity

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the projected 10-year growth rate for careers in the field of information security is 35%, seven times the national average for all occupations. Our cybersecurity administration bachelor’s degree prepares you to succeed and lead organizations in meeting their IT-related goals.

MBA

Our MBA is offered online and in the evenings, so you can learn advanced skills and immediately apply them in your workplace. With multiple specializations available, an MBA from Mary can fit your career and educational goals.

Criminal Justice

The criminal justice system is vital to the safety and sense of well-being in every community. Our criminal justice bachelor’s degree provides you with the skills you need to make a positive impact in your community—and advance your career in the process.

YOU WERE MADE FOR MORE.