Mission & Values

Maria College Mission

Maria is a Catholic college sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and animated by the Mercy charism. It provides career-relevant, opportunity education in the context of the Catholic Intellectual Tradition to all who can benefit from it. Maria is committed to outstanding and holistic student support services, financial sustainability and the purposive use of evidence to drive institutional renewal and student success. Maria seeks to foster graduates who recognize and respect the dignity of every human person and who will transform their knowledge and skill into caring and compassionate service to others.

Values

Strategic Initiatives

  • Governance, Organizational Culture and Leadership
  • Institutional Effectiveness: Planning, Data and Assessment
  • Relevant Academic Programs
  • Student Success
  • Stewardship of Financial Resources