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Manchester University (MU) is a private four-year university located in Manchester, Indiana. It was founded by the Roanoke Classical Seminary in 1860. The school offers degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

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Overview of Manchester University (MU)

There are 1,400+ students currently attending the school and both on and off campus living arrangements are available. The majority of the student population are undergraduate students, and female students outnumber male students. All students at Manchester University are encouraged to participate in social service events and activities.

General Information

School Type Private not-for-profit
Campus Setting Town: Distant
Campus Housing Yes
Student Faculty Ratio 14:1
Graduation Rate 55%
Year Founded 2004

Student Enrollment

Total Students1,303

Undergraduate
981
Graduate
322

Undergraduate Student

Male 500
500
Female 481
481

Graduate Student

Male 164
164
Female 158
158

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Top Rankings For Manchester University

#13 Best Masters Colleges in Indiana

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#15 Best Bachelors Colleges in Indiana

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MU Acceptance Rate and Admissions

APPLICATIONS3,035

Male 1,801
Female 1,234

ACCEPTANCE2,307

Male 1,333
Female 975

Acceptance Rate76%

Male 74%
Female 79%

Enrollment 300

Male 160
Female 136
Admissions
Application Fee NA
High School GPA Required
High School Rank Recommended
High School Transcripts Required
College Prep Courses Recommended
Recommendations Required
SAT/ACT NA
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) Recommended
Application Deadline Rolling
Common Application Accepted Yes

MU Tuition Cost & Financial Aid

These are the totals for various costs of attending Manchester University from a recent academic year. While some of these may be higher or lower - depending on if you live on campus, what books you require, whether you pay for a meal plan, etc. – this overview will give you a good idea of how much your schooling will cost altogether.

  • Tuition: $34,436
  • Books and Supplies: $1,000
  • Room and Board: $10,438 on campus and $6,770 off campus
  • Other Fees: $1,500-$3,340
  • Total Expenses: $47,362 for students who live on campus, $45,548 in off-campus housing, and $40,141 for those who live with family off campus.

As for financial aid, 100% of first-year Manchester University students receive financial aid. In fact, 100% of these students receive at least some level of institutional grants or scholarships. However, 79% must still use some amount of student loans, at an average of around $6,780 per student. The average net cost, that paid for by students through student loans or out of their own pocket - is $20,226, though families making the least will pay around $13,180, while those making the most pay around $25,750.

Average net price 2020-2021
Net Price $20,226
Average Total Aid $26,358
Students Receiving Financial Aid 100%
Room & Board $10,438
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Sticker Price

  • Tuition In-State - $34,436
  • Tuition Out-of-State - $34,436
  • Books and Supplies - $1,000
  • Room & Board - $10,438
  • Other - $1,488

Academics

Below are some important pieces of data about Bentley University that you might not have considered. These can help you make decisions between schools if all else seems equal.

  • Retention Rate – Manchester has a retention rate of 71% percent, which is around the national average. This means that 71 out of 100 incoming freshmen return for their sophomore year. From a student perspective, this means that you will have the chance to attend school with students you’ve known since you started, which makes creating lasting friendships and networking opportunities easier.
  • Graduation Rate – 55% of Bentley students graduate within six years, while around 49% do so in four years. Some students finish sooner, and others need longer to complete their degree but a graduation rate of 55% is an excellent sign that students receive solid support while they complete their degrees.
  • Student t Faculty Ratio: 15:1 – This means that there are 15 students to each instructor. This will allow for students to get assistance from their instructors if they need it, but class sizes are still big enough for active participation and discussions.

Overall, these statistics show that Manchester University is an ideal school for students who want a smaller school setting, but still appreciate the ability to get to know their fellow classmates and instructors. It’s also a school for those who want to have access to good networking opportunities during school.

59%
Retention
Rate
50%
4 year
Graduation
Rate
54%
6 year
Graduation
Rate

Student Population Total

Student Population 1,303

Undergraduate
981
Graduate
322
Evening Classes : No
Online Learning : Yes
Student Faculty Ratio - 14:1

Most Popular Programs & Majors

(# of Diplomas Awarded by Subject)

All Business Majors 40 Total Graduates / 21%
Accounting 18 Graduates
Business Administration and Management, General 10 Graduates
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 5 Graduates
Finance, General 4 Graduates
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology 28 Total Graduates / 15%
Exercise Science and Kinesiology 22 Graduates
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 6 Graduates
All Education Majors 19 Total Graduates / 10%
Elementary Education and Teaching 7 Graduates
Education, General 6 Graduates
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 3 Graduates
English/Language Arts Teacher Education 2 Graduates
Health Professions and Related Programs 19 Total Graduates / 10%
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies 19 Graduates
All Psychology Majors 16 Total Graduates / 8%
Psychology, General 16 Graduates
All Other Diplomas 36%

Outcome & Salary

Graduates of Manchester University can anticipate an early-career salary of $47,700, which is more than the national average of $37,960. At mid-career, graduates can anticipate earning an average salary of closer to $84,100. The projected earned income after 10 years is $673,830 and the total cost of an education at Manchester University is $71,752, which means that most graduates should be able to make a living and meet their expenses, including repaying student debt.

Graduates Salary
College Grads Early Career Salary $50,800
College Grads Average Salary $69,000
College Grads Mid Career Salary $89,500
Return on Investment (ROI)
10 Year Salary Earnings Potential $690,000
20 Year Salary Earnings Potential $1,585,000
Cost of Education (Net Price) 4 Year $80,904
10 Year Projected ROI $609,096
20 Year Projected ROI $1,504,096
No College Education Salary Comparison
National Average Salary $38,792
10 Year Projected Income $387,920
20 Year Projected Income $775,840

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