The University of Saint Mary (USM) is a private Catholic university in Leavenworth, Kansas. It was founded in 1923 by the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields, including nursing, business, education, and psychology. The university has a student body of around 1,500 and employs over 100 faculty members. The university is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. The university's mission is to provide a values-based education that fosters intellectual and spiritual growth.