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Morningside University

Private nonprofit Sioux City, IA · Urban · Plains · 93% data reported · Agent Insights
52%
Graduation Rate
$55,494
Earnings (10yr)
$31,320
Net Price
71%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Morningside University has an acceptance rate of 71%, making it accessible to a wide range of students. With an enrollment of 1,163, the university fosters a tight-knit community where students can engage closely with faculty and peers.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, specific mobility metrics are not available for Morningside. However, graduates earn an average of $55,494 within ten years of completing their degree. This indicates that many students find career success after attending this institution, even if detailed mobility rates are not provided.

The net price for attending Morningside is $31,320, with a median debt of $26,028. Students who thrive here are often those pursuing degrees in business, education, health professions, biology, or psychology. The university attracts students who value personal attention and a supportive learning environment.

Rankings

How Morningside Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation52%Earnings 10yr$55KNet Price$31KRetention74%Median Debt$26KPell Grant Rate34%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$34K$0-30K$21K$30-48K$19K$48-75K$42K$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%654.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2814.5%MOBILITY184.23%

Cost & Financial Aid

$39,660
In-State Tuition
$39,660
Out-of-State
$31,320
Avg Net Price
$26,028
Median Debt
34%
Pell Grant Rate
66%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$33,738
Family Income $0–$30K
$21,201
Family Income $30K–$48K
$19,124
Family Income $48K–$75K
$41,981
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$47,687
6 Years After Entry
$50,866
8 Years
$55,494
10 Years
0.47x
Debt-to-Earnings
77%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$47,687 6yr $50,866 8yr $55,494 10yr

Social Mobility

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

184.23%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2814.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
654.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$67,100
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.77
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.02
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.2%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 71%
Retention Rate 74%
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,538
Diversity Index 0.69
First-Gen Students 23%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 28%
Education 26%
Health Professions 12%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Psychology 8%
Computer Science & IT 2%
Social Sciences 2%
Visual & Performing Arts 2%