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Mount Marty University

Yankton, South Dakota 57078-3724

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Small & IntimateRuralPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Mount Marty University is a private institution in Yankton with particular strength in business and health sciences. With an average SAT of 1120, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 702 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.

61% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $48,179 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,295.

Established
1936
Motto
Awareness of God-Community-Hospitality-Lifelong Learning
Mascot
Benedict The Lancer
Type
Private university
Conference
National Association of

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48%Acceptance
1120SAT Avg
702Students
12:1Student:Faculty
61%Grad Rate
$48,179Earnings 10yr
$23,295Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Mount Marty 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

Acceptance Rate48.1%

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 22
1924

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

48.1%

Trend

SAT Avg

1120

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$33,100
Room & Board$9,300
Books & Supplies$1,200
Total Cost of Attendance$45,209
Average Net Price$23,295
Median Debt at Graduation$26,396
Monthly Payment (10yr)$280

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$18,894
$30–48K$20,254
$48–75K$25,226
$75–110K$25,340
$110K+$25,145

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

59.9%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

4

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (47)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

70%

Negative
  • •70% 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
702
Gender Split
46% / 54%
Women / Men
First Generation
32%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%

Race & Ethnicity

White 66%
Black 7%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 6%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate60.6%
Freshman Retention69.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$46,984
10 Years$48,179

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

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

MSP Minneapolis-St Paul250 mi
MCI Kansas City284 mi
DEN Denver430 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1335 mi · ~38h 34m drive
New York, NY1211 mi · ~34h 59m drive
Hartford, CT1262 mi · ~36h 27m drive
Providence, RI1324 mi · ~38h 15m drive
Albany, NY1196 mi · ~34h 33m drive
Syracuse, NY1072 mi · ~30h 58m drive
Rochester, NY998 mi · ~28h 50m drive
Buffalo, NY936 mi · ~27h 2m drive
Philadelphia, PA1167 mi · ~33h 43m drive
Pittsburgh, PA913 mi · ~26h 23m drive
Harrisburg, PA1073 mi · ~31h drive
Newark, NJ1202 mi · ~34h 43m drive
Washington, DC1096 mi · ~31h 40m drive
Baltimore, MD1108 mi · ~32h 1m drive
Atlanta, GA945 mi · ~27h 18m drive
Charlotte, NC1031 mi · ~29h 47m drive
Raleigh, NC1113 mi · ~32h 9m drive
Miami, FL1531 mi · ~44h 14m drive
Orlando, FL1333 mi · ~38h 31m drive
Tampa, FL1327 mi · ~38h 20m drive
Nashville, TN731 mi · ~21h 7m drive
New Orleans, LA981 mi · ~28h 20m drive
Richmond, VA1113 mi · ~32h 9m drive
Chicago, IL504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
Detroit, MI731 mi · ~21h 7m drive
Minneapolis, MN252 mi · ~7h 17m drive
St. Louis, MO478 mi · ~13h 49m drive
Kansas City, MO300 mi · ~8h 40m drive
Indianapolis, IN621 mi · ~17h 56m drive
Columbus, OH772 mi · ~22h 18m drive
Cleveland, OH809 mi · ~23h 22m drive
Milwaukee, WI480 mi · ~13h 52m drive
Dallas, TX698 mi · ~20h 10m drive
Houston, TX913 mi · ~26h 23m drive
Austin, TX871 mi · ~25h 10m drive
San Antonio, TX931 mi · ~26h 54m drive
Los Angeles, CA1276 mi · ~36h 52m drive
San Francisco, CA1358 mi · ~39h 14m drive
San Diego, CA1282 mi · ~37h 2m drive
Seattle, WA1250 mi · ~36h 7m drive
Portland, OR1260 mi · ~36h 24m drive
Denver, CO449 mi · ~12h 58m drive
Phoenix, AZ1026 mi · ~29h 38m drive
Salt Lake City, UT759 mi · ~21h 56m drive
Honolulu, HI3750 mi · ~108h 20m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold 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

Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP)250 miles
Rental car
375 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
500 min$300-500
Kansas City (MCI)284 miles
Rental car
426 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
568 min$341-568

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