Race & Ethnicity
Messiah University has a diverse student body with 20% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Messiah University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Messiah University has a gender distribution of 61% female students and 39% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
29% of total enrollment
45% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Messiah University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 80% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 2% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
80%
Traditional Age (18-21)
2%
Non-Traditional (25+)
27%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Messiah University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 63% in-state residents, 36% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
63% of student body
36% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
29 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
20%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
61%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
2%
Non-Traditional Age