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Newman University

Wichita, Kansas 67213-2097

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Newman University is a private institution in Wichita with particular strength in health sciences and business.

A small campus of 857 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

54% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,041 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,045.

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48%Acceptance
—SAT Avg
857Students
13:1Student:Faculty
54%Grad Rate
$55,041Earnings 10yr
$19,045Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Newman 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 Rate47.6%

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

47.6%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$35,500
Room & Board$10,279
Books & Supplies$1,393
Total Cost of Attendance$44,081
Average Net Price$19,045
Median Debt at Graduation$20,801
Monthly Payment (10yr)$221

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$18,579
$30–48K$15,764
$48–75K$17,055
$75–110K$19,477
$110K+$21,726

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

82.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,240

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

7

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (65)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

71%

Negative
  • •71% 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
857
Gender Split
61% / 39%
Women / Men
First Generation
39%
Pell Grant Recipients
12%

Race & Ethnicity

White 52%
Black 5%
Hispanic 25%
Asian 3%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate53.8%
Freshman Retention70.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$47,051
10 Years$55,041

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

OKC Oklahoma City158 mi
MCI Kansas City183 mi
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth330 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1424 mi · ~41h 8m drive
New York, NY1265 mi · ~36h 33m drive
Hartford, CT1338 mi · ~38h 39m drive
Providence, RI1403 mi · ~40h 32m drive
Albany, NY1289 mi · ~37h 14m drive
Syracuse, NY1174 mi · ~33h 55m drive
Rochester, NY1104 mi · ~31h 54m drive
Buffalo, NY1037 mi · ~29h 57m drive
Philadelphia, PA1203 mi · ~34h 45m drive
Pittsburgh, PA950 mi · ~27h 27m drive
Harrisburg, PA1113 mi · ~32h 9m drive
Newark, NJ1257 mi · ~36h 19m drive
Washington, DC1104 mi · ~31h 54m drive
Baltimore, MD1126 mi · ~32h 32m drive
Atlanta, GA777 mi · ~22h 27m drive
Charlotte, NC933 mi · ~26h 57m drive
Raleigh, NC1044 mi · ~30h 10m drive
Miami, FL1299 mi · ~37h 32m drive
Orlando, FL1118 mi · ~32h 18m drive
Tampa, FL1094 mi · ~31h 36m drive
Nashville, TN594 mi · ~17h 10m drive
New Orleans, LA678 mi · ~19h 35m drive
Richmond, VA1090 mi · ~31h 29m drive
Chicago, IL593 mi · ~17h 8m drive
Detroit, MI823 mi · ~23h 47m drive
Minneapolis, MN548 mi · ~15h 50m drive
St. Louis, MO395 mi · ~11h 25m drive
Kansas City, MO181 mi · ~5h 14m drive
Indianapolis, IN621 mi · ~17h 56m drive
Columbus, OH789 mi · ~22h 48m drive
Cleveland, OH875 mi · ~25h 17m drive
Milwaukee, WI621 mi · ~17h 56m drive
Dallas, TX340 mi · ~9h 49m drive
Houston, TX559 mi · ~16h 9m drive
Austin, TX512 mi · ~14h 47m drive
San Antonio, TX574 mi · ~16h 35m drive
Los Angeles, CA1192 mi · ~34h 26m drive
San Francisco, CA1364 mi · ~39h 24m drive
San Diego, CA1166 mi · ~33h 41m drive
Seattle, WA1433 mi · ~41h 24m drive
Portland, OR1408 mi · ~40h 41m drive
Denver, CO434 mi · ~12h 32m drive
Phoenix, AZ875 mi · ~25h 17m drive
Salt Lake City, UT805 mi · ~23h 15m drive
Honolulu, HI3743 mi · ~108h 8m 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

Oklahoma City (OKC)158 miles
Rental car
237 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
316 min$190-316
Kansas City (MCI)183 miles
Rental car
275 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
366 min$220-366

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