BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Coming next fall is a program that can change what college looks like for freshmen at the University of Mary.

The University of Mary is introducing new academic programs that make tuition more affordable for students and allow them to graduate faster.

This is a tuition-free academic model that was first introduced with the school's nursing program.

The program allows students to complete their undergraduate degrees in just 2.6 years by attending fall, spring, and summer semesters consecutively while receiving scholarships.

Beginning in the fall of 2026, this program will be expanded to other majors.

Rachael Brash, the Vice President of Public Affairs, said, "Education is one of our flagship programs and our accounting program is certainly one of the best in the

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