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Manchester University

Private nonprofit North Manchester, IN · Town · Great Lakes · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
45%
Graduation Rate
$51,504
Earnings (10yr)
$18,805
Net Price
71%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Nearly half of Manchester University's students receive Pell Grants, highlighting its commitment to accessibility. With an acceptance rate of 71%, the school welcomes a diverse student body, but its graduation rate stands at 45%. This suggests that while many students begin their journey here, completing their degrees remains a challenge for many.

Looking at the long-term outcomes, graduates from Manchester earn an average of $51,504 ten years after enrollment. This figure indicates that while many students start with ambition, the path to financial success can vary significantly. The lack of mobility data makes it difficult to assess how well the school helps students improve their economic standing, but the earnings point to some level of achievement.

The net price of attendance is $18,805, and graduates carry a median debt of $26,854. This financial landscape requires careful consideration for prospective students. Success at Manchester often hinges on those who are motivated and resilient, especially in programs like Business & Marketing, Health Professions, Education, and Psychology. Students who thrive here are generally those willing to engage deeply with their studies and seek support when needed.

Rankings

How Manchester Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation45%Earnings 10yr$52KNet Price$19KRetention66%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate45%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$14K$0-30K$16K$30-48K$17K$48-75K$26K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%430.8%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1022.4%MOBILITY44.04%

Cost & Financial Aid

$37,135
In-State Tuition
$37,135
Out-of-State
$18,805
Avg Net Price
$26,854
Median Debt
45%
Pell Grant Rate
70%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$13,875
Family Income $0–$30K
$16,109
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,607
Family Income $48K–$75K
$26,151
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$43,024
6 Years After Entry
$50,853
8 Years
$51,504
10 Years
0.52x
Debt-to-Earnings
67%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$43,024 6yr $50,853 8yr $51,504 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

44.04%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1022.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
430.8%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$81,400
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.59
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.03
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
10.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 71%
Retention Rate 66%
Full-Time Faculty 71%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,154
Diversity Index 0.73
First-Gen Students 34%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 16%
Health Professions 16%
Education 12%
Psychology 7%
Social Sciences 5%
Visual & Performing Arts 5%
Engineering 3%
Physical Sciences 3%