C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
71/100 · earnings-weighted

Marian University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Indianapolis, Indiana 46222
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 61%
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C
53/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
D
35/100

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

3,586
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
95%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$58,759
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$55,704
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
67.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
28.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 46% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 74th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (IN wage index 0.87). 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 Marian University

Median pay of bachelor'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
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$71,111$81,706-8%#655 of 966#499$27,000
Finance and Financial Management Services$55,120$77,771-7%#225 of 452#175$27,500
Accounting and Related Services$59,783$76,780+1%#317 of 796#242$27,500
Business Administration, Management and Operations$50,740$66,959-2%#483 of 1176#337$26,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$33,564$66,491+22%#55 of 610#27$27,000
Marketing$44,540$61,951-11%#363 of 516#283$27,000
Biology$35,938$54,648-4%#536 of 841#411$24,158
Psychology$34,639$53,635+6%#317 of 1027#144$24,625
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$38,978$50,399+6%#222 of 680#142$27,000

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: $126,403
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,234/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 46222 (7.6% cap, Indianapolis)

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🏆 Where Marian University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#28
Nurse Anesthetist
of 33 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $39,100 $39,100
Total Cost (On-Campus) $57,968 $57,968

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
42%
Receive Pell Grants
73%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,586
Total Students
61%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 57%
Hispanic 11%
Black 15%
Asian 5%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 28%
Fully Online 17%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Marian University?
Marian University has an acceptance rate of 95%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Marian University?
Tuition at Marian University is $39,100 for in-state students and $39,100 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Marian University?
The graduation rate at Marian University is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Marian University a good school?
Marian University has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Marian University?
Marian University has a total enrollment of 3,586 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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