Mount Marty University

Mount Marty University

Plains Region
Small Town Campus Setting
Small Size
1,096 Undergrad Enrollment
12:1 Student:Faculty
Doctoral Highest Degree
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1105 W. 8th Street - Yankton, SD 57078
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From Mount Marty University

Mount Marty University is a small, Catholic liberal arts university in Southeast South Dakota. Based in Yankton, a historic city of 15,000 people, Mount Marty believes that the Benedictine values of awareness of God, community, hospitality, lifelong learning and service are fundamental to the daily lives of students, faculty and staff.

U.S. News & World Report recognizes us as one of America’s Best Regional Midwest Colleges, and the Midwestern Higher Education Compact (MHEC) reports us to be one of the Most Effective and Most Efficient private universities in the state of South Dakota.

Although our university has received many honors, the true measure of our achievements is the success of our students as they go forth to serve others in their communities and the world. The Mount’s faith-based learning community inspires students to develop their strengths and passions personally and professionally.

Neighborhood

Located in downtown Yankton along the Missouri River, Mount Marty University's campus sits within walking distance of local restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues that serve both students and the broader community. The tree-lined streets and proximity to the riverfront provide a pleasant environment for students to explore on foot, with easy access to coffee shops, dining options, and cultural attractions. The setting offers a small-town atmosphere with genuine community connections while maintaining the resources and amenities students need for college life.
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25
Some Bike Lanes
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Food & Drink
Restaurants & Bars
Daily Needs
Grocery & Services
Shopping & Entertainment
Shopping & Entertainment
Health & Wellness
Gyms, Parks & Hospitals
Transit Access
Rail (subway, train, light rail)
Bus stops & stations

Admissions & Enrollment

2025-26 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Regular Decision Jul 29, 2026  
Test scores: Not required · Personal essay required
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
ACT 59 19 - 24  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 1,290 62 % 37 % -
Number admitted 621 60 % 39 % 1 %
Number enrolled 163 53 % 46 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Certificate
Associate
Bachelor’s
Master’s
Doctoral
Top 10 in enrollment
Top 5 in enrollment
Top 10 based on enrollment
Top 5 based on enrollment
Area of Study Major Assoc. Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science and Related Fields Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Biology/Biological Sciences
Biotechnology
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Accounting
Accounting and Business/Management
Business Administration and Management
Operations Management and Supervision
Education Curriculum and Instruction
Special Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Teacher Assistant/Aide
English Language and Literature/Letters English Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
Nurse Anesthetist
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse/Nursing
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
History History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities General Studies
Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Facilities Management
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Philosophy and Religious Studies Religion/Religious Studies
Physical Sciences Chemistry
Psychology Psychology
Social Sciences Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations Theology/Theological Studies
Visual and Performing Arts Visual and Performing Arts

Athletics

NAIA Division II
Sport Men Women
All Track Combined
Archery
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Golf
Other Sports
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball

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Mission Statement

Mount Marty University, an academic community in the Catholic Benedictine liberal arts tradition, prepares students for a contemporary world of work, service to the human community and personal growth.