C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
44/100 · earnings-weighted

Mount Mary University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53222
Mount Mary University campus, Milwaukee, WI
Mount Mary University campus, Milwaukee, WI. Photo: Awkwafaba, CC BY-SA 4.0 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: 59%
Outcomes
B
69/100
Affordability
F
19/100
Resources
C+
56/100
Experience
B+
80/100
Prestige
F
26/100

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

1,224
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
66%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
93%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

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

$48,745
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$40,421
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,288
Median debt at graduation
43%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,020
Average SAT
19
Median ACT
59.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 52% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 31st 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 Mount Mary 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
Communication and Media Studies—$56,763+1%#251 of 660#187—
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations$39,038$55,207-7%#23 of 42#21$21,500
Design and Applied Arts$30,053$49,881-3%#177 of 299#156$26,500
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions—$47,827-14%#67 of 85#65$26,000
Psychology$34,411$45,377-11%#784 of 1027#718$26,000

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: $272,576
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,611/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 53218 (6.2% cap, Milwaukee)

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🏆 Where Mount Mary University Ranks

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

#6
Art Therapy/Therapist
of 8 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $33,680 $33,680
Total Cost (On-Campus) $52,786 $52,786

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
71%
Receive Pell Grants
97%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,224
Total Students
96%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 45%
Hispanic 25%
Black 17%
Asian 8%
Two or More 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 59%
Hybrid (Some Online) 32%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mount Mary University?
Mount Mary University has an acceptance rate of 93%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Mount Mary University?
Tuition at Mount Mary University is $33,680 for in-state students and $33,680 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Mount Mary University?
The graduation rate at Mount Mary University is 59%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Mount Mary University a good school?
Mount Mary University has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (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 (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Mount Mary University?
Mount Mary University has a total enrollment of 1,224 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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