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Enrollment Deposit
How much is MESSIAH's enrollment deposit?
Messiah University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
28.60%
Messiah University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
14.30%
Messiah University is in the top 14.30% of colleges in the state of Pennsylvania for deposit cost. 5.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
22.10%
Messiah University is in the top 22.10% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
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Enrollment Deposit
How much is MESSIAH's enrollment deposit?
Messiah University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.
National Rank
28.60%
Messiah University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.
State Rank
14.30%
Messiah University is in the top 14.30% of colleges in the state of Pennsylvania for deposit cost. 5.50% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.
Type Rank
22.10%
Messiah University is in the top 22.10% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% of private colleges do not require a deposit.
You can find information on taking next steps at Messiah University's website.
Student Population
Messiah University educates a diverse community of 3,231 students, with 2,495 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 736 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
3,231
Total Undergraduates
2,495
Total Graduates
736
79% Full-Time
21% Part-Time
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Student Population
Messiah University educates a diverse community of 3,231 students, with 2,495 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 736 engaged in advanced graduate studies.
Total Enrollment
3,231
Total Undergraduates
2,495
Total Graduates
736
79% Full-Time
21% Part-Time
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Admissions
The admission process at Messiah University has a 79% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Messiah University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1220 and the average ACT score is 26.
Acceptance Rate
79%
Application Fee
$50
How Do I Apply to Messiah University?
You can apply to Messiah University by going to the official application page and paying the $50 application fee.
SAT
Students submitting SAT
57%
400
1600
1090 – 1340
200
800
550 – 670
200
800
540 – 670
ACT
Students submitting ACT
9%
0
36
25 – 30
0
36
23 – 31
0
36
24 – 28
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Admissions
The admission process at Messiah University has a 79% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Messiah University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1220 and the average ACT score is 26.
Acceptance Rate
79%
Application Fee
$50
How Do I Apply to Messiah University?
You can apply to Messiah University by going to the official application page and paying the $50 application fee.
SAT
Students submitting SAT
57%
400
1600
1090 – 1340
200
800
550 – 670
200
800
540 – 670
ACT
Students submitting ACT
9%
0
36
25 – 30
0
36
23 – 31
0
36
24 – 28
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Location
Located in Mechanicsburg, PA, Messiah University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.
City
Mechanicsburg
County
Cumberland County
State
Pennsylvania
Country
United States
Urbanization
Suburb: Large
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Location
Located in Mechanicsburg, PA, Messiah University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.
City
Mechanicsburg
County
Cumberland County
State
Pennsylvania
Country
United States
Urbanization
Suburb: Large
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About
Messiah University features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Interdenominational values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
13 : 1
Religious Affiliation
Interdenominational
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Website
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About
Messiah University features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Interdenominational values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
13 : 1
Religious Affiliation
Interdenominational
Division in Athletics
NCAA
Sector
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Website
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Cost
Messiah University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $24,120 with 95% of students receiving financial assistance including 19% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$24,120
Received Aid
95%
Pell Recipients
19%
In-State: $40,640
Out-of-State: $40,640
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Cost
Messiah University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $24,120 with 95% of students receiving financial assistance including 19% benefiting from Pell Grants.
Average Net Price
$24,120
Received Aid
95%
Pell Recipients
19%
In-State: $40,640
Out-of-State: $40,640
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Demographics
The Messiah University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 63% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Demographics
The Messiah University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 63% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.
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Outcomes
Messiah University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 79% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
79%
Outcomes
Messiah University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 79% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.
Graduation Rate
79%
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