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Muhlenberg College

Allentown, PA · Private nonprofit · Midsize city · Website

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Admission rate
72%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,253
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
83%
Median earnings
$76,444
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Muhlenberg College is a private nonprofit college in Allentown, PA with 1,727 undergraduates. It admits 72% of applicants, and admitted students average 1343 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $25,253 per year ($11,831 for families earning under $30,000). 83% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $76,444 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
72%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
4,348
Fall 2023
Admitted
2,783
Fall 2023
Yield
15%
of admitted students enrolled

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

SAT Reading & Writing640–710
200800
SAT Math610–700
200800
ACT Composite29–33
136

What Muhlenberg College 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 statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$80,300
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$65,310

Net price by family income

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

  • $0–30k$11,831
  • $30–48k$10,383
  • $48–75k$15,397
  • $75–110k$19,172
  • $110k+$40,726

Get a personal estimate with Muhlenberg College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
83%
Freshman retention
90%
Median earnings
$76,444
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,727
Student–faculty ratio
9:1
Receive Pell grants
29%
  • White68%
  • Hispanic13%
  • Black7%
  • Asian4%

Muhlenberg College FAQ

What is Muhlenberg College's acceptance rate?+

Muhlenberg College admits 72% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Muhlenberg College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 640–710 on SAT Reading and Writing and 610–700 on SAT Math; the average total is 1343.

What ACT score do you need for Muhlenberg College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 29–33.

Is Muhlenberg College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Muhlenberg College?+

In Fall 2023, 4,348 students applied to Muhlenberg College and 2,783 were admitted; 427 enrolled.

Does Muhlenberg College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Muhlenberg College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Muhlenberg College require an essay?+

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

How much does Muhlenberg College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $80,300 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,253.

What is Muhlenberg College's graduation rate?+

83% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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