C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
60/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Mount Union

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Alliance, Ohio 44601
University of Mount Union campus, Alliance, OH
University of Mount Union campus, Alliance, OH. Photo: Pdcook, 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 (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 65%
Outcomes
B+
74/100
Affordability
F
11/100
Resources
C+
59/100
Experience
A
86/100
Prestige
D
38/100

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

2,169
Total Enrollment
65%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
80%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$53,217
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,919
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$27,000
Median debt at graduation
58.7%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,088
Average SAT
22
Median ACT
27.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 51% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 55th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). 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 University of Mount Union

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$70,141$85,186-4%#526 of 966#375$27,000
Mechanical Engineering$71,097$80,963-12%#311 of 318#247$27,000
Finance and Financial Management Services$51,503$80,777-3%#189 of 452#147$27,000
Accounting and Related Services$59,142$80,429+6%#248 of 796#180$27,000
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities$40,431$76,675+44%#16 of 476#13$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$46,071$68,305+0%#422 of 1176#297$27,000
Marketing$49,025$66,830-4%#252 of 516#187$26,430
Biology$33,433$61,213+7%#299 of 841#185$27,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$33,631$60,728+11%#111 of 610#82$27,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$38,440$55,751+1%#303 of 660#173$27,000
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics—$54,378-1%#138 of 225#84$27,000
Psychology$34,558$51,316+1%#440 of 1027#240$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$38,277$44,001-7%#530 of 680#491$27,000
Special Education and Teaching$36,444—————

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 University of Mount Union Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $167,748
  • Avg rent near campus: $790/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 44672 (5.8% cap, Sebring)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $35,000 $35,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $49,976 $49,976

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
90%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Physician Assistant 38 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 35 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 32 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 29 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 29 grads/yr Physical Therapy/Therapist 29 grads/yr Finance, General 26 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 24 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 23 grads/yr Psychology, General 22 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 20 grads/yr Educational Leadership and Administration, General 18 grads/yr Computer Programming/Programmer, General 12 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 12 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 11 grads/yr Education/Teaching of Individuals Who are Developmentally Delayed 10 grads/yr Accounting 9 grads/yr Spanish Language and Literature 9 grads/yr French Language and Literature 9 grads/yr Mechanical Engineering 8 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from University of Mount Union's top programs commonly pursue.

Physician assistants
$133k/yr 162,700 jobs
Health specialties teachers, postsecondary
$106k/yr 289,600 jobs
Exercise physiologists
$58k/yr 23,900 jobs
Entertainment and recreation managers, except gambling
$77k/yr 43,200 jobs
Recreation and fitness studies teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr 15,400 jobs
Exercise trainers and group fitness instructors
$46k/yr 370,100 jobs
Coaches and scouts
$46k/yr 306,500 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

2,169
Total Students
50%
Women
92%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 3%
Black 7%
Asian 2%
Two or More 1%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 76%
Hybrid (Some Online) 20%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 92%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Mount Union?
University of Mount Union has an acceptance rate of 80%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Mount Union?
Tuition at University of Mount Union is $35,000 for in-state students and $35,000 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Mount Union?
The graduation rate at University of Mount Union is 65%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Mount Union a good school?
University of Mount Union has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (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 (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 University of Mount Union?
University of Mount Union has a total enrollment of 2,169 students. Most students (92%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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