C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
49/100 · earnings-weighted

Midland University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Fremont, Nebraska 68025
Midland University campus, Fremont, NE
Midland University campus, Fremont, NE. Photo: Jake DeGroot, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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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: 43%
Outcomes
C+
63/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
D
30/100

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

1,557
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
13.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
67%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$52,163
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,145
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$26,134
Median debt at graduation
42.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,086
Average SAT
21
Median ACT
28.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 50% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 45th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NE wage index 0.94). 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 Midland 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$74,515$77,272-13%#838 of 966#838$27,000
Business/Commerce$44,021$64,469-6%#142 of 271#133$26,000
Education$42,394$46,695-6%#46 of 71#44$27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$31,475$45,969-16%#518 of 610#521$26,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$41,149————$26,000
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management$33,216—————

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 Midland University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $260,118
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,209/mo — vs ~$734/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 68025 (3.6% cap, Fremont)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $39,370 $39,370
Room $6,610
Board $6,286
Total Cost (On-Campus) $56,148 $56,148

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
33%
Receive Pell Grants
72%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Education, General 66 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 47 grads/yr Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor 46 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 40 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 33 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 21 grads/yr Psychology, General 20 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 20 grads/yr Athletic Training/Trainer 15 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 15 grads/yr Sociology, General 15 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 14 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 14 grads/yr Social Sciences, Other 10 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 10 grads/yr Human Services, General 8 grads/yr Fine and Studio Arts Management 7 grads/yr Accounting 6 grads/yr Communication, General 6 grads/yr Education/Teaching of the Gifted and Talented 5 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
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

Student Demographics

1,557
Total Students
52%
Women
84%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%
Hispanic 16%
Black 8%
Asian 2%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 81%
Hybrid (Some Online) 5%
Fully Online 14%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 84%
25-64 (Adult) 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Midland University?
Midland University has an acceptance rate of 67%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Midland University?
Tuition at Midland University is $39,370 for in-state students and $39,370 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Midland University?
The graduation rate at Midland University is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Midland University a good school?
Midland University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (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 (A): 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 Midland University?
Midland University has a total enrollment of 1,557 students. Most students (84%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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