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Messiah University

Mechanicsburg, PA • private • III | Middle Atlantic Conferences
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Acceptance
78.5%
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Grad Rate
78%
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Cost
$55,688

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 2,725 • Total: 3,689
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
One University Avenue
Mechanicsburg, PA
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Website
www.messiah.edu
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 32

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,086 (39.9%) • Female: 1,639 (60.1%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 104 3.8%
Black/African American 102 3.7%
Hispanic/Latino 229 8.4%
White 2,081 76.4%
Two or More Races 98 3.6%
International 67 2.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
78.5%
1,864 admitted from 2,375 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 560-670
Math: 540-670
Total: 1100-1340
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
22-30
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
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Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
78.5%
4-Year Graduation Rate
73.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
85.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
15.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$55,688
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $41,300
Room & Board
$13,098
Books & Supplies
$1,290
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $19,393
$30,001-48,000 $20,317
$48,001-75,000 $20,916
$75,001-110,000 $23,574
$110,001+ $31,847
Students Receiving Pell Grants
94%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$29,882

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
Middle Atlantic Conferences
Men's Sports (9)
Baseball Basketball Lacrosse Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball Wrestling
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Field Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about Messiah University

What is Messiah University's acceptance rate?
Messiah University accepts 78% of applicants, from 2,375 applications.
How much does Messiah University cost?
Tuition and fees are $41,300. Families earning under $30,000 pay $19,393 on average after aid.
Does Messiah University require SAT or ACT scores?
Messiah University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Messiah University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 30 on the ACT.
What is Messiah University's graduation rate?
78% of students graduate within six years.