C+
Above Average
Score: 55/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
41/100 · earnings-weighted

Maranatha Baptist University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Watertown, Wisconsin 53094
Maranatha Baptist University campus, Watertown, WI
Maranatha Baptist University campus, Watertown, WI. Photo: MBBC, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons.
Outcomes
B+
76/100
Affordability
D
40/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B
69/100
Prestige
F
28/100

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

977
Total Enrollment
66%
Graduation Rate
76%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
71%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$45,593
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,403
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$14,143
Median debt at graduation
63.6%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,170
Average SAT
24
Median ACT
34%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 21st percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (WI wage index 0.92). 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 Maranatha Baptist 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$70,760$67,509-24%#956 of 966#955—
Business Administration, Management and Operations$41,837$66,451-3%#504 of 1176#443—
Bible/Biblical Studies—$53,966+21%#4 of 35#7—
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities—$50,521-5%#288 of 476#255—
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies—$44,455-12%#53 of 63#45—
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries—$36,728-14%#25 of 29#27—

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.

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  • Avg home value near campus: $326,433
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,128/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53094 (2.7% cap, Watertown)

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🏆 Where Maranatha Baptist University Ranks

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

#9
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
of 15 schools
#16
Bible/Biblical Studies
of 35 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,900 $18,900
Total Cost (On-Campus) $37,686 $37,686

Financial Aid

80%
Receive Any Aid
34%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Education, General 53 grads/yr Bible/Biblical Studies 28 grads/yr Pastoral Studies/Counseling 26 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, General 22 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 17 grads/yr Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries, Other 13 grads/yr English Language and Literature, General 11 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 10 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, General 10 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 10 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 9 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 9 grads/yr Divinity/Ministry 7 grads/yr Communication and Media Studies, Other 6 grads/yr Music Performance, General 5 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 5 grads/yr Humanities/Humanistic Studies 5 grads/yr Youth Ministry 4 grads/yr Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management 4 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Education teachers, postsecondary
$72k/yr 74,900 jobs
Philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary
$78k/yr 27,300 jobs
Directors, religious activities and education
$55k/yr 138,900 jobs
Clergy
$61k/yr 262,000 jobs
Community and social service specialists, all other
$55k/yr 119,200 jobs
Counselors, all other
$50k/yr 69,100 jobs
Religious workers, all other
$45k/yr 88,400 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs

Student Demographics

977
Total Students
57%
Women
63%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 6%
Black 1%
Asian 5%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 39%
Hybrid (Some Online) 9%
Fully Online 52%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 63%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Maranatha Baptist University?
Maranatha Baptist University has an acceptance rate of 71%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Maranatha Baptist University?
Tuition at Maranatha Baptist University is $18,900 for in-state students and $18,900 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Maranatha Baptist University?
The graduation rate at Maranatha Baptist University is 66%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Maranatha Baptist University a good school?
Maranatha Baptist University has a Repit College Score of 55/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Maranatha Baptist University?
Maranatha Baptist University has a total enrollment of 977 students.

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