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Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota

Saint Mary's University Online

As a global and diverse learning community delivering courses online and at locations in Minnesota and Wisconsin, the university offers many opportunities for learning and growth. Building on its Catholic intellectual, moral, and cultural traditions, Saint Mary's is committed to serving the individual needs of its students and providing all the support necessary for them to succeed.

The university is focused on the adult learner and is committed to providing personal, professional, and innovative education in the Catholic, Lasallian tradition of zeal and faith, promoting continuous learning and ethical lives of service and leadership directed toward the common good. Against this background, Saint Mary's provides a stepping stone to success, helping you to achieve your personal, professional, and educational goals no matter where in your career — or where in the world — you may be now.

Redefining Learning Online

To enhance the learning experience at Saint Mary's University, all online master's students will receive an iPad®* complete with the Saint Mary's learning platform and productivity apps to use during the duration of their program. This device redefines the connection between students and faculty in the online classroom.

Benefits of the iPad from Saint Mary's:

  • Instantly access your text books and other course materials
  • Network and communicate with classmates and faculty beyond the online classroom
  • Stay on top of your coursework with the help of productivity apps
  • Gain mobile technology skills employers seek

* Terms, conditions, product features, and tuition fees subject to change at any time. Students who will enroll for the April 30, 2012 start or later in the online MS in Project Management, online MA in Human Resource Management, or the MA in Organizational Leadership will receive a device. Start date subject to change at any time.

iPad is a registered trademark of Apple, Inc.

Focused on the adult learner, Saint Mary's offers two affordable, convenient, practitioner-based graduate degrees online:

  • Master of Arts in Human Resource Management: Saint Mary's University offers you an in-depth, real-world view of modern Human Resource functions and goals with a curriculum that emphasizes the values of ethics, service, and leadership.
  • Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership: Become an adaptive leader who responds quickly and thoughtfully to ongoing change while effectively managing employee and organizational performance.
  • Master of Science in Project Management: Learn the advanced project management skills you need to successfully assess, initiate, plan, execute, monitor, and close projects, as well as key organizational and behavioral concepts that support effective management, communication, and leadership practices. The MS in Project Management is accredited by the Project Management Institute Global Accreditation Center earning you credit toward completion of the Project Management Professional (PMP) credential.

Nationally Recognized for Excellence

Forbes' 2010 list of "America's Best Colleges," the Princeton Review's 2011 list of "Best Midwestern Colleges," and U.S. News & World Report's 2011 list of "Best National Universities."

Saint Mary's University is a noted "College of Distinction" for excellence in key areas of educational quality.

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Accreditation

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association (230 South LaSalle St., Suite 7-500, Chicago, Illinois 60604-1411; (312) 263-0456; www.ncahlc.org).




School Facts

Institutional Accrediting Agency Agency that determines the quality of education and training for an institution of higher education.
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission

Address Physical location of institution's main/corporate office or headquarters.
2500 Park Avenue
Minneapolis MN 55404

Credit-earning Options Does the school accept transfer credits or other approved credits?
Transfer credits may be accepted from schools regionally accredited by the HLC. Some courses from non-accredited institutions may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Credits from passing grades on CLEP or DANTES exams.

Delivery Format Is learning completed entirely online, and are there any special teaching methods?
Format is online using state-of the-art technology.

Technical Requirements Required hardware/software that you'll need in order to run the course software.
Most modern computers are properly equipped to support online programs. You will need high-speed Internet connection such as DSL or cable modem. Admissions representatives can provide detailed requirements.

Scholarships Offered Does the institution offer any direct grants or scholarships?
Students are encouraged to work with the College's Financial Aid office to obtain information regarding scholarships.

Loans Offered The types of loans can you make use of to help fund your education.
Applicants may apply for loans by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). FAFSA Code: 002380