C
Average
Score: 45/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
39/100 · earnings-weighted

Midway University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Midway, Kentucky 40347
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 (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 46%
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
F
21/100
Resources
C
47/100
Experience
B
73/100
Prestige
F
22/100

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

1,945
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
95%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$44,246
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,738
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,301
Median debt at graduation
40.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,122
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
32%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 48% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 29th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (KY 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 Midway 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
Business/Commerce$38,334$55,108-19%#237 of 271#195$19,499
Health and Medical Administrative Services$30,774$47,670-19%#242 of 275#198$19,291
Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services$33,696$45,192+12%#3 of 8#1$26,966
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$42,174-11%#597 of 680#452$19,807
Psychology$27,403————$23,240

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

The Midway University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $376,282
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,035/mo — vs ~$533/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 40511 (4.7% cap, Lexington)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $25,480 $25,480
Room $4,800
Board $4,920
Total Cost (On-Campus) $49,280 $49,280

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
64%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 103 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 61 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 50 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 28 grads/yr Psychology, General 23 grads/yr Accounting 14 grads/yr Education, General 14 grads/yr Equestrian/Equine Studies 13 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 12 grads/yr Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication 12 grads/yr Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching 12 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 11 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 11 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 11 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 8 grads/yr Mathematics Teacher Education 4 grads/yr English/Language Arts Teacher Education 2 grads/yr Nursing Administration 2 grads/yr Agricultural Business and Management, General 2 grads/yr Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other 2 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Midway University's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

1,945
Total Students
61%
Women
58%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 54%
Hispanic 5%
Black 8%
Asian 1%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 40%
Hybrid (Some Online) 34%
Fully Online 27%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 58%
25-64 (Adult) 16%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Midway University?
Midway 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 Midway University?
Tuition at Midway University is $25,480 for in-state students and $25,480 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Midway University?
The graduation rate at Midway University is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Midway University a good school?
Midway University has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): 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 (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Midway University?
Midway University has a total enrollment of 1,945 students.

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