C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
50/100 · earnings-weighted

Marian University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin 54935
Marian University campus, Fond Du Lac, WI
Marian University campus, Fond Du Lac, WI. Photo: The original uploader was Royalbroil at English Wikipedia., CC BY-SA 2.5 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: 41%
Outcomes
C+
59/100
Affordability
F
15/100
Resources
C+
60/100
Experience
B+
78/100
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

1,319
Total Enrollment
41%
Graduation Rate
62%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
67%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$53,501
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$49,839
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
44.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
21
Median ACT
32.6%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 47% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 51st 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 Marian 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$71,223$79,278-11%#751 of 966#741$21,141
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$70,934+28%#21 of 660#17—
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$62,018$70,786+0%#117 of 253#119—
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$64,625-5%#597 of 1176#521—
Psychology$45,416$56,434+11%#196 of 1027#108$25,000
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness—$52,277-4%#335 of 610#313$27,000
Social Work—$51,997+0%#203 of 420#180—

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

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  • Avg home value near campus: $240,602
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,149/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 54902 (4.0% cap, Oshkosh)

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🏆 Where Marian University Ranks

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

#20
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other
of 31 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $32,472 $32,472
Total Cost (On-Campus) $45,953 $45,953

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
91%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other 44 grads/yr Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 33 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 26 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 19 grads/yr Family Practice Nurse/Nursing 19 grads/yr Social Work 18 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 16 grads/yr Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other 15 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 14 grads/yr Psychology, General 14 grads/yr Dental Hygiene/Hygienist 14 grads/yr Accounting 11 grads/yr Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer 11 grads/yr Health/Health Care Administration/Management 11 grads/yr Special Education and Teaching, Other 11 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 10 grads/yr Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician 9 grads/yr Forensic Science and Technology 9 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 8 grads/yr Finance, General 7 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

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

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 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

Student Demographics

1,319
Total Students
68%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 69%
Hispanic 9%
Black 7%
Asian 2%
Two or More 3%
Non-Resident 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 55%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 30%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Marian University?
Marian 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 Marian University?
Tuition at Marian University is $32,472 for in-state students and $32,472 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Marian University?
The graduation rate at Marian University is 41%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Marian University a good school?
Marian University has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (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 (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Marian University?
Marian University has a total enrollment of 1,319 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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