C+

Above Average

Score: 61/100

Messenger College

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Bedford, Texas 76021

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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 56%

Outcomes

68/100

Affordability

45/100

Resources

68/100

Experience

89/100

Prestige

39/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

56%

Graduation Rate

67%

Retention Rate

8.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

50%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Messenger College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $401,274
Avg rent near campus: $1,375/mo — vs ~$467/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 76054 (4.5% cap, Hurst)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$9,600	$9,600
Room	$4,200
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$29,881	$29,881

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

100%

Receive Pell Grants

100%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Christian Studies 1 grads/yr Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Messenger College's top programs commonly pursue.

Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary

$78k/yr 27,300 jobs

Community and social service specialists, all other

$55k/yr 119,200 jobs

Directors, religious activities and education

$55k/yr 138,900 jobs

Counselors, all other

$50k/yr 69,100 jobs

Religious workers, all other

$45k/yr 88,400 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

62%

Women

65%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 65%

Hispanic 15%

Two or More 8%

Non-Resident 8%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 96%

Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 65%

25-64 (Adult) 35%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Messenger College?

Messenger College has an acceptance rate of 50%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Messenger College?

Tuition at Messenger College is $9,600 for in-state students and $9,600 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Messenger College?

The graduation rate at Messenger College is 56%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Messenger College a good school?

Messenger College has a Repit College Score of 61/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (B): 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 Messenger College?

Messenger College has a total enrollment of 26 students.

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