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Transform Your Future with Innovative Degree Programs
Mt Mary College, founded in 1913, is a mission-driven institution dedicated to empowering students through transformative education rooted in leadership, integrity, and social justice. As Wisconsin's first Hispanic Serving Institution, we offer streamlined reduced-credit bachelor's degrees, graduate programs for all genders, and specialized training in high-demand fields. Our faculty-student partnerships foster innovation and community impact, with a 20% higher retention rate than the state average. With 80% of full-time faculty holding terminal degrees, we combine academic rigor with personalized support, preparing students for careers that drive positive change locally and globally. 
Services
Undergraduate Programs
Graduate Degrees
Doctoral Programs
Internship Placements
Summer Youth Camps
Leadership Development
Career Services
Study Abroad Opportunities
Academic Advising
Financial Aid Counseling
Details
- Year established: 1913
Highlights and features
- First in Wisconsin to offer reduced-credit bachelor's degrees
- Ranked #1 in Midwest social mobility by U.S. News & World Report
- 80% of full-time faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields
- 33% Hispanic student population with HSI designation
- Personalized 1:10 faculty-student ratio with no teaching assistants
Associations and certifications
- Higher Learning Commission
What people say
Supportive faculty
Personalized attention
Career preparation
Diverse community
Leadership opportunities
Services
Undergraduate Programs
Mount Mary offers women-focused undergraduate programs with reduced-credit pathways to graduation. Our curriculum emphasizes leadership development, social justice, and practical skills through small class sizes and expert faculty mentorship. Students benefit from internship opportunities at organizations like Harley-Davidson and Johnson Controls while maintaining a 20% higher retention rate than Wisconsin averages.
Graduate Degrees
Our graduate programs serve diverse learners with 11 master's and 2 doctoral degrees. Designed for career advancement, these programs combine academic rigor with flexible scheduling options. Faculty experts with terminal degrees provide personalized guidance, preparing graduates for leadership roles in healthcare, education, and business sectors across Wisconsin and beyond.
Leadership Development
The Center for Women's Leadership offers programs from high school through professional development. Initiatives like the Summer Leadership Academy and Voices of Leadership series cultivate transformative leaders. Our approach integrates practical skill-building with ethical decision-making frameworks to prepare individuals for community and organizational impact.
Internship Placements
We connect students with internship opportunities at over 100 regional organizations. Partners include Milwaukee Public Schools, Harley-Davidson, and healthcare providers. Our career services team provides personalized placement assistance, ensuring practical experience aligns with academic goals and industry demands in Wisconsin's evolving job market.
Study Abroad Programs
Our international programs combine academic learning with cultural immersion experiences. Students participate in service projects in Peru and Nicaragua while gaining global perspectives. These opportunities integrate with degree programs to enhance cross-cultural competencies and prepare graduates for international career opportunities through experiential learning.
People
Isabelle Cherney
President
Dr. Isabelle Cherney, a renowned social scientist and educator, became Mount Mary's 13th president in 2022. With expertise in STEM education equity and leadership program development, she previously served as vice provost at Merrimack College. A four-time White House conference participant, she focuses on expanding access to women's education and strengthening community partnerships.
Questions
What makes Mount Mary's degree programs unique?
We offer Wisconsin's first reduced-credit bachelor's degrees with streamlined pathways to graduation while maintaining academic rigor and personalized faculty mentorship.
Does Mount Mary accept male students?
Undergraduate programs are for women only, but graduate and doctoral programs welcome all genders with 505 graduate students currently enrolled.
What financial aid options exist?
100% of first-time undergraduates receive scholarships or reduced tuition. We offer corporate tuition discounts and federal financial aid with FAFSA code 003869.
How does the university support career development?
Our career services provide internship placements at 100+ organizations, resume workshops, and job fairs connecting students with employers like Johnson Controls.
Is Mount Mary accredited?
Yes, by the Higher Learning Commission, with specialized accreditations for programs like social work and interior design.
What community programs are available?
We host summer camps for youth, public art exhibits, and community service initiatives through our 80-acre Milwaukee campus facilities.
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