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Mars Hill University

Mars Hill, NC · Private nonprofit · Fringe rural · Website

Mars Hill University campus
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Admission rate
68%
Accessible
Average net price
$20,442
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
46%
Median earnings
$48,185
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Mars Hill University is a private nonprofit college in Mars Hill, NC with 1,044 undergraduates. It admits 68% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $20,442 per year ($17,726 for families earning under $30,000). 46% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $48,185 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
68%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,393
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,085
Fall 2023
Yield
29%
of admitted students enrolled

What Mars Hill University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$52,600
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$38,868

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,726
  • $30–48k$17,721
  • $48–75k$21,575
  • $75–110k$22,278
  • $110k+$22,658

Get a personal estimate with Mars Hill University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
46%
Freshman retention
69%
Median earnings
$48,185
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,044
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
48%
  • White63%
  • Hispanic10%
  • Black16%
  • Asian1%

Mars Hill University FAQ

What is Mars Hill University's acceptance rate?+

Mars Hill University admits 68% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Mars Hill University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Mars Hill University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,393 students applied to Mars Hill University and 1,085 were admitted; 318 enrolled.

Does Mars Hill University consider legacy status?+

No. Mars Hill University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Mars Hill University require an essay?+

Mars Hill University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Mars Hill University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $52,600 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,442.

What is Mars Hill University's graduation rate?+

46% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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