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Manhattan Christian College

MCC

Manhattan, Kansas 66502-4801

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Close-knit campus

Manhattan Christian College is a private urban institution in Manhattan, Kansas. The school is accessible to a wide range of students, with an average SAT of 1020.

A small campus of 132 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

55% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,860 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,608.

Established
1927
Division
Division II

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100%Acceptance
1020SAT Avg
132Students
12:1Student:Faculty
55%Grad Rate
$48,860Earnings 10yr
$23,608Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Manhattan Christian College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate100.0%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
1426

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

100.0%

Trend

SAT Avg

1020

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$18,424
Room & Board$9,244
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$34,318
Average Net Price$23,608
Median Debt at Graduation$24,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$257

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,548
$30–48K$15,838
$48–75K$22,654
$75–110K$25,913
$110K+$26,089

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

36.6%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$13,000

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

0

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

0

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

0

Drug Arrests

0

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (7)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

68%

Negative
  • •68% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
132
Gender Split
45% / 55%
Women / Men
First Generation
27%
Pell Grant Recipients
45%

Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Black 12%
Hispanic 13%
Asian 1%
Two+ 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate54.8%
Freshman Retention67.9%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$40,023
10 Years$48,860

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — from

VolleyballBaseball

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

MCI Kansas City100 mi
OKC Oklahoma City268 mi
STL St Louis335 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1348 mi · ~38h 57m drive
New York, NY1197 mi · ~34h 35m drive
Hartford, CT1265 mi · ~36h 33m drive
Providence, RI1330 mi · ~38h 25m drive
Albany, NY1212 mi · ~35h 1m drive
Syracuse, NY1094 mi · ~31h 36m drive
Rochester, NY1022 mi · ~29h 31m drive
Buffalo, NY955 mi · ~27h 35m drive
Philadelphia, PA1139 mi · ~32h 54m drive
Pittsburgh, PA883 mi · ~25h 31m drive
Harrisburg, PA1047 mi · ~30h 15m drive
Newark, NJ1188 mi · ~34h 19m drive
Washington, DC1047 mi · ~30h 15m drive
Baltimore, MD1066 mi · ~30h 48m drive
Atlanta, GA774 mi · ~22h 22m drive
Charlotte, NC907 mi · ~26h 12m drive
Raleigh, NC1010 mi · ~29h 11m drive
Miami, FL1327 mi · ~38h 20m drive
Orlando, FL1138 mi · ~32h 53m drive
Tampa, FL1121 mi · ~32h 23m drive
Nashville, TN575 mi · ~16h 37m drive
New Orleans, LA737 mi · ~21h 17m drive
Richmond, VA1041 mi · ~30h 4m drive
Chicago, IL505 mi · ~14h 35m drive
Detroit, MI740 mi · ~21h 23m drive
Minneapolis, MN435 mi · ~12h 34m drive
St. Louis, MO345 mi · ~9h 58m drive
Kansas City, MO107 mi · ~3h 5m drive
Indianapolis, IN557 mi · ~16h 5m drive
Columbus, OH725 mi · ~20h 57m drive
Cleveland, OH799 mi · ~23h 5m drive
Milwaukee, WI524 mi · ~15h 8m drive
Dallas, TX443 mi · ~12h 48m drive
Houston, TX655 mi · ~18h 55m drive
Austin, TX620 mi · ~17h 55m drive
San Antonio, TX683 mi · ~19h 44m drive
Los Angeles, CA1249 mi · ~36h 5m drive
San Francisco, CA1396 mi · ~40h 20m drive
San Diego, CA1231 mi · ~35h 34m drive
Seattle, WA1409 mi · ~40h 42m drive
Portland, OR1395 mi · ~40h 18m drive
Denver, CO450 mi · ~13h drive
Phoenix, AZ948 mi · ~27h 23m drive
Salt Lake City, UT817 mi · ~23h 36m drive
Honolulu, HI3786 mi · ~109h 22m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Kansas City (MCI)100 miles
Rental car
150 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
200 min$120-200
Oklahoma City (OKC)268 miles
Rental car
402 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
536 min$322-536

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