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% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.
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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
Admissions
The admission process at Messiah University has a 79% acceptance rate. 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%
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
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
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
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
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.
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%