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Morningside University

Sioux City, IA • private
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Acceptance
70.6%
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Grad Rate
53%
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Cost
$51,000

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,194 • Total: 2,664
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
1501 Morningside Ave
Sioux City, IA
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Website
www.morningside.edu
Region
Midwest
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 32

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 581 (48.7%) • Female: 613 (51.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 15 1.3%
Black/African American 49 4.1%
Hispanic/Latino 106 8.9%
White 696 58.3%
Two or More Races 37 3.1%
International 110 9.2%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
70.6%
1,945 admitted from 2,756 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
12-22
Application Types Offered
RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
52.8%
4-Year Graduation Rate
42.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
69.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
16.8:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$51,000
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $38,150
Room & Board
$11,650
Books & Supplies
$1,200
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $33,738
$30,001-48,000 $21,201
$48,001-75,000 $19,124
$75,001-110,000 $20,575
$110,001+ $41,981
Students Receiving Pell Grants
96%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$23,482

🏈 Athletics

Men's Sports (10)
Baseball Basketball Bowling Football Golf Soccer Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Bowling Golf Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.3 GPA / 20 ACT
In-State Awards
$500-$20,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$500-$20,000/yr
5 automatic scholarships (5 total)
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Common questions about Morningside University

What is Morningside University's acceptance rate?
Morningside University accepts 71% of applicants, from 2,756 applications.
How much does Morningside University cost?
Tuition and fees are $38,150. Families earning under $30,000 pay $33,738 on average after aid.
Does Morningside University require SAT or ACT scores?
Morningside University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Morningside University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 12 and 22 on the ACT.
What is Morningside University's graduation rate?
53% of students graduate within six years.