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Messiah University

Mechanicsburg, PA · Private nonprofit · Large suburb · Website

Messiah University campus
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Admission rate
79%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,955
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
78%
Median earnings
$60,377
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Messiah University is a private nonprofit college in Mechanicsburg, PA with 2,259 undergraduates. It admits 79% of applicants, and admitted students average 1236 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,955 per year ($17,980 for families earning under $30,000). 78% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $60,377 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
79%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,375
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,864
Fall 2023
Yield
32%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing570–680
200800
SAT Math540–670
200800
ACT Composite26–31
136

What Messiah University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$58,158
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$43,580

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$17,980
  • $30–48k$18,614
  • $48–75k$19,156
  • $75–110k$21,356
  • $110k+$32,612

Get a personal estimate with Messiah University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
78%
Freshman retention
89%
Median earnings
$60,377
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$24,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,259
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
25%
  • White75%
  • Hispanic9%
  • Black4%
  • Asian4%

Messiah University FAQ

What is Messiah University's acceptance rate?+

Messiah University admits 79% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Messiah University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 570–680 on SAT Reading and Writing and 540–670 on SAT Math; the average total is 1236.

What ACT score do you need for Messiah University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 26–31.

Is Messiah University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Messiah University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,375 students applied to Messiah University and 1,864 were admitted; 596 enrolled.

Does Messiah University consider legacy status?+

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

Does Messiah University require an essay?+

Messiah University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Messiah University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $58,158 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,955.

What is Messiah University's graduation rate?+

78% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

Sources

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