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Martin University

Indianapolis, Indiana 46218-0567

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Known for psychology — close-knit campus

Martin University is a private institution in Indianapolis with particular strength in psychology and business.

A small campus of 164 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

33% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $22,544 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,879.

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SAT Avg
164Students
11:1Student:Faculty
33%Grad Rate
$22,544Earnings 10yr
$13,879Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Martin University 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 Intel

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$12,830
Books & Supplies$650
Total Cost of Attendance$25,074
Average Net Price$13,879
Median Debt at Graduation$42,002
Monthly Payment (10yr)$445

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$10,379
$30–48K$15,628

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

35.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$24,332

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 (27)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

75%

Negative
  • 75% 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
164
Gender Split
70% / 30%
Women / Men
First Generation
53%
Pell Grant Recipients
66%

Race & Ethnicity

White 1%
Black 83%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 1%
Two+ 2%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate33.3%
Freshman Retention75.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$25,539
10 Years$22,544

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

History & Fun Facts

  • (It is excluded from the designation Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) because it was founded after the cut-off date of 1964.
  • It moved to its final location on Avondale Place in the Martindale-Brightwood neighborhood in 1987.
  • A $10-million Educational Center and adjoining Peace Garden opened in the summer of 2001.
  • On December 9, 2025, the institution's leaders announced that it was suspending operations at the end of the month due to enrollment and financial difficulties.

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

IND Indianapolis12 mi
CVG Cincinnati92 mi
CMH Columbus171 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA802 mi · ~23h 10m drive
New York, NY641 mi · ~18h 31m drive
Hartford, CT715 mi · ~20h 39m drive
Providence, RI780 mi · ~22h 32m drive
Albany, NY671 mi · ~19h 23m drive
Syracuse, NY562 mi · ~16h 14m drive
Rochester, NY497 mi · ~14h 21m drive
Buffalo, NY431 mi · ~12h 27m drive
Philadelphia, PA580 mi · ~16h 45m drive
Pittsburgh, PA326 mi · ~9h 25m drive
Harrisburg, PA488 mi · ~14h 6m drive
Newark, NJ632 mi · ~18h 15m drive
Washington, DC488 mi · ~14h 6m drive
Baltimore, MD507 mi · ~14h 39m drive
Atlanta, GA429 mi · ~12h 24m drive
Charlotte, NC427 mi · ~12h 20m drive
Raleigh, NC493 mi · ~14h 15m drive
Miami, FL1028 mi · ~29h 42m drive
Orlando, FL823 mi · ~23h 47m drive
Tampa, FL845 mi · ~24h 25m drive
Nashville, TN254 mi · ~7h 20m drive
New Orleans, LA716 mi · ~20h 41m drive
Richmond, VA493 mi · ~14h 15m drive
Chicago, IL164 mi · ~4h 44m drive
Detroit, MI237 mi · ~6h 51m drive
Minneapolis, MN511 mi · ~14h 46m drive
St. Louis, MO234 mi · ~6h 46m drive
Kansas City, MO455 mi · ~13h 9m drive
Indianapolis, IN4 mi · ~7 min drive
Columbus, OH165 mi · ~4h 46m drive
Cleveland, OH259 mi · ~7h 29m drive
Milwaukee, WI243 mi · ~7h 1m drive
Dallas, TX767 mi · ~22h 9m drive
Houston, TX869 mi · ~25h 6m drive
Austin, TX930 mi · ~26h 52m drive
San Antonio, TX1003 mi · ~28h 59m drive
Los Angeles, CA1809 mi · ~52h 16m drive
San Francisco, CA1947 mi · ~56h 15m drive
San Diego, CA1788 mi · ~51h 39m drive
Seattle, WA1869 mi · ~54h drive
Portland, OR1883 mi · ~54h 24m drive
Denver, CO1001 mi · ~28h 55m drive
Phoenix, AZ1499 mi · ~43h 18m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1356 mi · ~39h 10m drive
Honolulu, HI4341 mi · ~125h 24m 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

Indianapolis (IND)12 miles
Rental car
18 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
24 min$14-24
Cincinnati (CVG)92 miles
Rental car
138 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
184 min$110-184

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