C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
73/100 · earnings-weighted

Marion Military Institute

2-Year Public
📍 Marion, Alabama 36756
Marion Military Institute campus, Marion, AL
Marion Military Institute campus, Marion, AL. Photo: Šolon, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 31%
Outcomes
D
41/100
Affordability
B
66/100
Resources
C+
62/100
Experience
B
66/100
Prestige
F
26/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

308
Total Enrollment
31%
Graduation Rate
44%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
59%
Acceptance Rate
$10,548
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Marion Military Institute, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$59,644
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,043
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,250
Median debt at graduation
36%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,068
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
53.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 16% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 98th percentile among associate-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (AL wage index 0.78). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Marion Military Institute

Median pay of associate's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$25,501$41,131-7%#602 of 947#297$12,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $139,278
  • Avg rent near campus: $927/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 36756 (5.2% cap, Marion)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $6,000 $12,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $18,743 $24,743

Financial Aid

98%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
40%
Take Out Loans
$10,548
Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000$8,713
$30,001 - $48,000$8,128
$48,001 - $75,000$10,843
$75,001 - $110,000$11,984
$110,001+$13,616

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

General Studies 76 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Marion Military Institute's top programs commonly pursue.

Postsecondary teachers, all other
$78k/yr 183,400 jobs

Student Demographics

308
Total Students
27%
Women
100%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Hispanic 9%
Black 27%
Asian 2%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

On Campus 100%

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 66%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 100%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Marion Military Institute?
Marion Military Institute has an acceptance rate of 59%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Marion Military Institute?
Tuition at Marion Military Institute is $6,000 for in-state students and $12,000 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $10,548.
What is the graduation rate at Marion Military Institute?
The graduation rate at Marion Military Institute is 31%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Marion Military Institute a good school?
Marion Military Institute has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Marion Military Institute?
Marion Military Institute has a total enrollment of 308 students. Most students (100%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology