Known for health sciences — excellent value
Marshall University is a public institution in Huntington with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1051, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 7.1K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,354 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $8,327.
Established
1837
Mascot
Marco the Bison
Type
Public research university
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Division
Division I
96%Acceptance
1051SAT Avg
7,149Students
15:1Student:Faculty
49%Grad Rate
$46,354Earnings 10yr
$8,327Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate96.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1051
Reading & WritingMid: 540
470580
MathMid: 500
420550
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 22
1824
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$8,942
Tuition (out-of-state)$20,294
Room & Board$12,852
Books & Supplies$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance$21,299
Average Net Price$8,327
Median Debt at Graduation$23,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$246
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$4,820
$30–48K$5,572
$48–75K$7,970
$75–110K$12,243
$110K+$15,496
Programs (171)
Student Body
Undergrads
7,149
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
37%
Pell Grant Recipients
38%
Race & Ethnicity
White 78%
Black 6%
Hispanic 3%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate48.7%
Freshman Retention78.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$39,561
8 Years$43,449
10 Years$46,354
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$36,700
Men
$47,800
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Thundering Herd
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia