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Moravian University

Bethlehem, PA · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

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Admission rate
54%
Accessible
Average net price
$35,264
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
74%
Median earnings
$66,967
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Moravian University is a private nonprofit college in Bethlehem, PA with 1,949 undergraduates. It admits 54% of applicants, and admitted students average 1183 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $35,264 per year ($29,364 for families earning under $30,000). 74% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $66,967 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
54%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
5,115
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,762
Fall 2023
Yield
19%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing540–655
200800
SAT Math530–630
200800
ACT Composite24–29
136

What Moravian University looks at

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

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$72,245
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$55,560

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$29,364
  • $30–48k$31,333
  • $48–75k$30,162
  • $75–110k$36,878
  • $110k+$39,734

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

Outcomes

Graduation rate
74%
Freshman retention
79%
Median earnings
$66,967
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$26,715
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,949
Student–faculty ratio
10:1
Receive Pell grants
36%
  • White65%
  • Hispanic18%
  • Black6%
  • Asian3%

Moravian University FAQ

What is Moravian University's acceptance rate?+

Moravian University admits 54% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Moravian University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 540–655 on SAT Reading and Writing and 530–630 on SAT Math; the average total is 1183.

What ACT score do you need for Moravian University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 24–29.

Is Moravian University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Moravian University?+

In Fall 2023, 5,115 students applied to Moravian University and 2,762 were admitted; 515 enrolled.

Does Moravian University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Moravian University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Moravian University require an essay?+

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

How much does Moravian University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $72,245 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $35,264.

What is Moravian University's graduation rate?+

74% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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