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Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion

Marion, IN · Town · 1,974 students
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$22,866
Average net priceYour net price
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
67%
Graduation rate
50% typical
$59,986
Earnings 10 years on
$48,772 typical
89%
Acceptance rate
77% typical · not scored
Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
About

Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion is a prominent Christ-centered liberal arts institution recognized for its strong pre-professional preparation and integration of Christian faith with academic excellence. The university is particularly renowned for its top-ranked School of Nursing, robust health sciences division, and highly regarded programs in business and education. Campus life is characterized by a close-knit, faith-focused community with regular chapel services, active campus ministries, and vibrant NAIA athletic traditions. A distinctive feature of IWU-Marion is its high-tech learning environment, anchored by state-of-the-art simulation labs and cutting-edge science facilities that provide undergraduate students with rare, hands-on clinical and research experience.

Location
Marion, IN, 46953-4974 · Town campus
✈
Nearest airport from college
IND · Indianapolis
65 mi away
Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$32,352
Housing & food (on campus)$10,868
Books & supplies$1,384
Cost of attendance$49,412
Average net price$22,866
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$32,352
Housing & food (on campus)$10,868
Books & supplies$1,384
Cost of attendance$49,412
Average net price$22,866
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: www.indwes.edu
How it’s made up
Tuition$34,058
Books & supplies$1,384
Personal expenses$1,522
Transportation$512
Total published by the school$49,412
Net price by family income
$0–30k
$19,793
$30–48k
$14,896
$48–75k
$18,313
$75–110k
$22,336
$110k+
$27,265
Grants from the school
100% of first-years get a grant from the school, averaging $16,781
Source: College Navigator (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS)
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
67%
Within 4 yrs
57%
Back for yr 2
83%
Transferred
0%
Pell students: 54.8% · others: 70.4% 
8 yrs after starting
69% graduated · 19% transferred · 12% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings
6 yrs after entry$51,329
10 yrs after entry$59,986
Debt
Median at graduation$24,250
Monthly payment$257
Middle 50% owe$6k–$25k
90th percentile$35,500
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (small programs): 50% graduate within 6 yrs, $48,772 earned 10 yrs after entry.
Admissions
Getting in
Admit rate
89%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1082
R 480–600 · M 480–580
ACT midpoint
23
Comp 19–28 · E 19–25 · M 17–25
SAT middle 50%: 960–1180
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Admitted students
Admit rate: men 88.1% · women 89.5% 
Yield: 17.0% of admitted students enroll 

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Student Body
Gender
Men 40%Women 60%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
12 : 1
Pell grant
27%
First-gen
47%
Family income
$35,007
Independent
78%
Veterans
2%
Age at entry
31.0
Part-time
1%
Where first-years come from
In state (IN)
67.4%
Out of state
31.6%
International
1.1%

Most out-of-state first-years from: OH 61 · MI 54 · IL 14 · NY 11 · KY 7

Race & ethnicity
White
82%
Hispanic
5%
Black
6%
Asian
2%
Two or more
2%
Non-resident
2%
Unknown
1%
Varsity sports
NAIA Division II
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Bowling
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Golf
    Men's · Women's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Swimming and Diving (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's · Women's
  • Track and Field (Outdoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs
After 6 yrs
$51,329
After 10 yrs
$59,986
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing108
Business Administration, Management and Operations42
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities38
Marketing37
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods30
Psychology, General29
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences25
Finance and Financial Management Services25
Biology, General21
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness21
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries21
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas20
Social Work19
Theological and Ministerial Studies14
Special Education and Teaching13
International/Globalization Studies12
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$289M
Full-time faculty
100%
Faculty salary
$8,247/mo
Teaching spend
$15,953
per student
Federal loans
71%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (small programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions

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